Railway Community Safety PCSO – Flexible Shifts & Growth

British Transport Police; Reading; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 rising to 30 days holiday

Travel benefits

Internal progression opportunities

Continuous learning and development

Progression to become a Police Officer

Job summary

British Transport Police (BTP) is recruiting Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) to patrol the Reading area and support the railway community. The role emphasizes visible presence, safeguarding passengers, and assisting officers to reduce crime and fear.

Applicants should be ready for weekend and bank holiday shifts in a permanent full-time capacity. The position offers a competitive salary and progression opportunities within BTP, with a structured pension and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates should demonstrate resilience, excellent customer service skills, and a passion for community engagement and partnership-building.
• PCSOs should be prepared to work shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct visible patrols at stations and on railway premises.
• Provide victim care and contribute to security threat management.
• Engage with communities and build positive relationships to reduce crime and fear.
• Assist with minor crime investigations and support police officers (PCs).
• Support operational policing activities and ensure safety in the railway environment.

Skills

Customer service

Resilience

Communication

Partnership-building

Job description

British Transport Police (BTP) is recruiting Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) to patrol the Reading area and support the railway community. The role emphasizes visible presence, safeguarding passengers, and assisting officers to reduce crime and fear.

Applicants should be ready for weekend and bank holiday shifts in a permanent full-time capacity. The position offers a competitive salary and progression opportunities within BTP, with a structured pension and benefits package.