Police Officer - Pennines, Midlands, Wales & Western

British Transport Police; Exeter; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK police service is recruiting Police Officers to make a meaningful impact in the community. With no prior experience necessary, applicants should possess strong communication and problem-solving skills. The role comes with a starting salary of £32,472, rising up to £50,256 after five years, along with a competitive pension scheme, holiday entitlement, and various incentives. Join a supportive team dedicated to protecting millions of passengers and staff across the UK.

Benefits

Starting salary of £32,472

25 days holiday, increasing with service

Career Average Revalued Earnings (CARE) pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Specialist support from Occupational Health team

26 weeks fully paid maternity leave

Qualifications

• No prior policing experience required; strong drive and confidence needed.
• Must declare any police involvement during vetting process.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good judgement and problem-solving

Empathy and emotional resilience

Ability to build trust

Calm under pressure

Job description

Requirements

• You have ever received a custodial sentence, including suspended sentences (other cautions, convictions and involvement with the police must be declared during the vetting process but are not necessarily a bar to employment).
• You have previously been dismissed from another force or you currently have a live investigation.
• You have been declared bankrupt, have a CCJ or an un-managed IVA.
• You have tattoos that are deemed offensive; tattoos on face and neck will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis.
• You do not have permanent right to live and work in the UK.
• You have not resided consistently in the UK for the past 3 years.

What You’ll Bring

You don’t need prior policing experience – just the drive to make a difference and the confidence to handle a wide range of situations.

Key Qualities Include

• Strong communication skills
• Good judgement and problem‑solving
• Empathy and emotional resilience
• The ability to build trust and stay calm under pressure

British Transport Police is now recruiting Police Officers across the Pennines, Midlands, Wales and Western regions of the UK.

Career Overview

Are you looking for a career where you can truly make a difference? Whether it’s helping people in moments of need, challenging yourself every day, or being part of a caring and supportive team – British Transport Police could be the place for you.

Benefits

As a Police Officer with the British Transport Police, you’ll play a vital role in protecting millions of passengers, staff and the public.

• Starting salary: £32,472 rising year‑on‑year to £50,256 after five years.
• Oyster card for personal and professional use.
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service.
• A highly competitive Career Average Revalued Earnings (CARE) pension scheme.
• Voucher and incentive schemes, such as cycle‑to‑work as well as a wide range of high‑street and online discounts.
• Continued investment in learning; supported by our in‑house talent & development teams.
• Promotion and development opportunities into different police specialisms.
• Specialist support from our Occupational Health and wellbeing team.
• Free eyesight tests.
• Eligibility for Blue Light Card.
• Membership of the Police Federation, a national body representing all police officers, from day one.
• Support for work‑life balance with 26 weeks of fully paid maternity leave, plus a variety of other leave options – such as special leave, carers leave, paternity leave and more.