Police and Detective Constable - PCEP/DCEP/PCDA

Leicestershire Police; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Leicestershire Police is recruiting Operational Officers as Police Constable or Detective Constable. You’ll respond to fast-moving incidents, protect the vulnerable and serve communities with integrity on patrol and investigations.

The role involves 12-hour shifts, demanding decisions and a commitment to local policing. Applications from diverse backgrounds are welcomed, with routes including entry programmes and degree apprenticeship.

Qualifications

• Adaptable, quick-thinking and ready to face the unexpected.
• Willingness to work long or irregular shifts, including nights or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Respond to fast-moving incidents in the community.
• Protect the vulnerable and uphold public safety.
• Participate in investigations as required by role.

Job description

Step Into a Role Like No Other – Become an Operational Officer with Leicestershire Police

Are you ready for a career where no two days are the same? As a Police Constable or Detective Constable, you’ll be at the heart of the action—responding to fast-moving situations, protecting the vulnerable, and making a real difference in your community.

This is a unique role with unique demands. You’ll need to be adaptable, quick-thinking, and ready to face the unexpected. From 12-hour shifts to high-pressure decisions, this job will challenge you—but it will also reward you in ways few others can.

Whether you’re saving lives, solving crimes, or simply making someone feel safer, you’ll be part of something bigger. And even when you’re off duty, your integrity and commitment will shine through.

Why Join Us?

• The starting salary is £32,256 with annual increments, moving to £52,014 within 7 years.
• Work for a creative, forward-thinking force
• Be part of a team that’s dedicated to keeping Leicestershire safe
• Experience some of the proudest moments of your life

Ready to Make a Difference?

Explore our entry routes and find the path that’s right for you:

• Police Constable Entry Programme
• Detective Constable Entry Programme
• Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship

Who we are

The area we are responsible for covers over 2,500 square kilometres (over 965 square miles) and has a population of over one million. There is a rich diversity of communities all with their own policing needs. Many steps have been taken to bring policing back into the very heart of local communities.

To find out more about Leicestershire Police and understand how you can make a difference visit our careers website.

We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and encourage anyone who has considered a career in policing to apply. We’re particularly keen to increase the number of females and candidates from black and minority ethnic communities and the LGBT community, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.