Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP)

Surrey Police Service; East Clandon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Surrey Police Service is recruiting Police Officers to serve and protect communities across Surrey and surrounding areas. The role offers diverse specialisms, including safeguarding, community engagement, investigations and anti-terrorism support.

Applicants must have UK residency, a valid driving licence, and pass tests. A starting salary is provided along with a South East Allowance and clear progression routes within a values‑driven force.

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving licence required.
• Candidates must meet fitness and reasoning test requirements.
• Experience or qualification in safeguarding and community engagement is valued.

Responsibilities

• Role involves policing duties across various specialisms.
• Undertake assessments and decision-making to protect communities.

Skills

Driving licence

Fitness tests

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

UCAS 48 pts

GCSE English

Level 3 qualification

Job description

With opportunities to pursue a wide range of policing specialisms, a career as a Police Officer opens doors to roles in areas such as safeguarding, community engagement, investigations and anti‑terrorism.

• have lived in the UK for 3 continuous years immediately prior to application. - have leave to enter, or leave to remain in the UK for an indefinite period.
• have a current full UK manual driving licence, at the point of application.
• not be a member (current or previous) of the British National Party (BNP) or any other proscribed terrorist organisations or groups
• not have tattoos which cause offence.
• not have serious motoring offences.
• not have 6 or more points on your licence.

Skills & Experience To be eligible for the PCEP you will need to:

• Have achieved one A Level grade (A-C) and one A level grade A-E or AS level in a different subject, or a level 3 equivalent OR a higher qualification. You must have a minimum of 48 UCAS points. You can check how many points your qualification is worth on the UCAS tariff calculator on theUCAS tariff calculator. Applicants can hold a Level 3 BTEC as long as this qualification meets the minimum 48 UCAS tariff points. The Certificate in Knowledge of Policing is accepted.
• Have achieved GCSE English at grade A-C/9-4 or an educational equivalent to a Level 2. You will need to provide copies of your qualification on your application form. Degree Holders do not need to provide a Level 2 English qualification unless your degree was taught and assessed in a language other than English.
• they are a current serving (or have left within the last 18 months, having completed 18 months' service) as a Special Constable or PCSO with Independent Patrol with any police force.
• They are a current serving Investigating Officers, PIP Investigators, Contact Officers or Controllers who have completed 18 months service (or have left within the last 18 months, having completed 18 months' service).
• They have served for a minimum of 2 years within the last 5 years in the armed forces or similar law enforcement agencies and have exemplary references.
• Experience in other operational policing roles can be considered on a case by case basis for candidates who have served a minimum of 2 years within the last 5 years and have exemplary references., Applicants who do not meet the above Level 3 criteria and believe they have work experience equivalent to a level 3 can apply and have their work experience assessed against a Level 3 framework. You will be asked to complete a written experience assessment and online verbal reasoning and numerical tests. The results will then be assessed by a panel who will certify whether your previous work experience is equivalent to a Level 3 qualification. Please complete the Level 3 form attached and submit this with your application.
  With this vast range of career opportunities to explore and diverse demands each day, policing is a job like no other, dedicated to catching criminals, protecting communities and delivering an outstanding service.

You will be paid a full time salary of £32,255 plus £3,105 South East Allowance. We're looking for people who have the judgement to make quick decisions; are confident to be first person in; have the compassion and empathy to help those in need and the resilience to serve the community every single day. In return, we offer you a good starting salary, great training experiences, opportunities for progression, and the pride that comes from helping others. Put simply, you can change lives.

Chief Constables' Message We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe. We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you. We wish you all the very best with your application. Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner