Police Constable - Degree Holder Entry Programme (Dhep)

Staffordshire Police; Stafford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellbeing support

Eye care vouchers

On-site gyms

Pension scheme

Sick pay

Job summary

Staffordshire Police invites applications for the Police Constable - Degree Holder Entry Programme (DHEP). This route is for graduates seeking a policing career with a structured entry path and online familiarisation events.

You must hold a Bachelor's degree (any subject, excluding Professional Policing) and a full UK manual driving licence. The starting salary is £32,000 per year, with multiple intake dates and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in any subject from any university, except Professional Policing.
• Full UK manual driving licence.
• Passion for public service and ability to work in a team.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Public service motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree (any subject) excluding Professional Policing

Job description

Can you see yourself … as a Police Constable?

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?

If so, then a career as a Police Constable with Staffordshire Police may be just the job for you.

Starting Salary £32,

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 on the main application form.

• A Bachelor’s degree in any subject of any class from any university except for a degree in Professional Policing. For example, a 2:2 BSc (Hons) in Psychology from Sheffield Hallam University or 2:1 BA (Hons) in History from University of Leicester.
• 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 1 million people.

We are holding an online familiarisation event for those who would like to learn more about the role and have any questions.

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

Please note; Annual leave dates are already set for the duration of the course therefore if you have any holidays/special occasions booked for 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: Midday 13th of November

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.

Selection Process

• Application - closing date 24th September
• National Sift - throughout applications
• Online Assessment Centre - scheduled for 24th of September - 1st of October and 22nd October-29th October .
• Face to Face Interview - scheduled for W.C 09th November W.C 19th January
• Pre-Employment Checks
• Course dates from May

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

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

• 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

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.

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Police Constable - Degree Holder Entry Programme (DHEP) Stafford, UK