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Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA)

Staffordshire Police

Stafford

On-site

GBP 22,000 - 27,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Join Staffordshire Police as a Police Constable Degree Apprentice. This rewarding role offers the chance to earn while you learn, pursuing a degree in policing while serving your community. Ideal candidates possess strong communication and customer service skills, along with necessary educational qualifications. The application process includes several assessment stages, and successful candidates will enjoy a structured career pathway in law enforcement.

Benefits

Access to health and wellbeing support

Pension Scheme

Annual Leave entitlement

Sick pay scheme

Family friendly policies

On-site Gyms

Free Parking at selected sites

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

Required to upload Maths & English certificates.
A full UK manual driving licence is a must.
Must have good communication skills.

Responsibilities

Learn on the job and study for a degree.
Engage with the community to ensure safety.
Complete the selection process including interviews and assessments.

Skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths

Level 3 qualifications equating to 64 UCAS points

Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA)

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Can you see yourself … as a Police Officer?

Do you want a career which is challenging, where no two days are the same and where your actions and decisions will help to ensure that Staffordshire is a safer place to live?

Are you interested in obtaining a degree and being able to “learn while you earn”?

If so, then a career as a police officer with Staffordshire Police may be just the job for you. Police officer recruitment has changed and new student officers will learn on the job as well as studying at Staffordshire University for a degree.

To be eligible for this route and to apply you must have the following;

Please be aware, we will require copies of your certificates in order for you to progress through the recruitment process - Please upload these via the Certificate upload section.

Level 2 qualifications in both English and Maths for example a GCSE at grade C (level 4) or above, Functional Skills Level 2, Key Skills Level 2 (Communication and / or Literacy) or Adult Numeracy / Literacy PLUS
Level 3 qualification(s) in any subject(s) that equate to 64 UCAS points (or a full level 4 or 5 qualification) - these points could be from your A Levels, Level 3 Diplomas, NVQs and an International Baccalaureate to name a few. Please check your UCAS points before applying here; https://www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator
Please note you will be required to upload your Maths & English certificates as well as all Level 3 qualification(s) certificates
Hold a full UK manual driving licence

Policing is a job like no other and you will need to have a passion for public service, excellent customer service skills, the ability to build relationships and work in a team, and the commitment to make a difference to the lives of the communities of Staffordshire. Staffordshire Police is a diverse area with both rural and urban conurbations, serving over 1m people.

For more information about becoming a Police Constable at Staffordshire Police, please click on the link below:

Police Officer | Staffordshire Police

We have a range of intakes, candidates will be informed on which intake they would join following a successful selection process.

Familiarisation Event

If you would like to find out more about the role there will be a familiarisation event on Tuesday 8th July 2025 at 18:00hrs. This will take place through Microsoft Teams. To register for this event please click on on the below link. Please ensure you register by Monday 7th July (midday) in order to receive your link.

Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA) Familiarisation Event - 8th July - Staffordshire Police

Selection Process

Application
National Sift
Online Assessment Centre
Face to Face Interview
Pre-Employment Checks

In addition to your salary, you will have access to a range of benefits including:

Access to health and wellbeing support
Eye care vouchers
On site Gyms
Annual Leave entitlement.
Pension Scheme
Sick pay scheme
Fostering friendly policy
Family friendly policies – maternity, paternity, parental leave, adoption, disability leave and carers leave
Reward and Recognition
Blue light Card
Lottery
Free Parking at selected sites
Onsite Catering facilities
Federation Support
Financial Products and services
Staff Networks to support
Cycle to work scheme

Please note; Annual leave dates are already set for the duration of the course therefore if you have any holidays/special occasions booked for 25/26 these may not be accommodated and result in a delay of a start date. Please inform us of any dates at the point of an offer.

Closing date for receipt of submitted applications; 28th July Midday

Due to the high volume of interest in this position, we may have to close the advert earlier than anticipated. We would encourage you to complete your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Staffordshire Police is fully supportive of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and strives to employ a workforce that represents the community we serve.

Our vacancies are open to everyone and all appointments are made based on merit. We encourage and welcome applications from all underrepresented groups which include: Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, female, people who have a disability, those who are neurodivergent and persons of the LGBTQ+ community.

We use positive action to encourage potential candidates from underrepresented groups through targeted step-In support and advice sessions. If you have the skills, experience and values, that here in Staffordshire Police we pride ourselves on, then we would welcome you to apply.

There will be Step in support sessions throughout the selection process. For more information on Positive Action please email the team on positive.action@staffordshire.police.uk

Please Note If You Are Successful At Interview And Commence Pre-employment Checks This Will Include Vetting, Please See What This Involves And The Process Via The Below Link

Police vetting process | Join The Police (joiningthepolice.co.uk)

We want to continually improve our recruitment processes and to remove any barriers to equal opportunities that could disadvantage those from particular backgrounds. In order for us to have the information to do this, we ask you to please complete the diversity section of the online application process. We use a “blind” shortlisting process and we hope that by using this method we will be able to promote greater diversity in our workforce and remove any subconscious decisions based on biases.

We want to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible and we operate the Disability Confident Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

If you need reasonable adjustments to progress your application please contact hrrecruitment.team@staffordshire.police.uk to discuss your needs.

Staffordshire Police aim to ensure a person with a disability has the right to access everyday work spaces and services. Access is not only about a physical means of entry; it is about making services easy to use for everyone.

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