Transferee and Re-Joiner Police Constable - Southend

British Transport Police; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A national police organization is seeking a Police Constable in Southend, welcoming current and former officers. This role focuses on community safety and requires empathy and communication skills. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, including prior rank and residency. The organization offers a supportive work culture and flexible arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Wellbeing and mental health support

Opportunities for career progression

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Current or former officer from a Home Office Police Force, Police Scotland, or PSNI.
• Substantive in rank and have completed probation.
• Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 consecutive years.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard passengers and support vulnerable individuals.
• Prevent crime and maintain community trust.
• Emphasize empathy, communication skills, and problem-solving.

Job description

Transferee and Re-Joiner Police Constable - Southend

Start Your Journey with the British Transport Police (BTP)Join a Team Where Your Voice and Values MatterAre you a current or former Police Officer looking for a new challenge or thinking about returning to policing?British Transport Police (BTP) are recruiting community-focused,compassionateofficers to join us as uniformed Police Constables in Southend.Make a Real ImpactAt BTP, wechampionmodern, people-first policing. From safeguarding passengers to supporting vulnerable individuals and preventing crime, no two days are the same. Our officers are more than law enforcers; they are listeners, problem-solvers, and protectors of communitytrust.This is a role where your empathy, communication skills, and emotional intelligence are every bit as valued as your operational experience.

Why Join BTP?

• Flexible working arrangements wherever possible
• A strong focus on wellbeing, mental health support, and inclusive leadership
• Real opportunities to progress through diverse career pathways
• Family-friendly policies and a culture that understands life beyond work
• Join a force where your ideas are welcomed, your development is prioritised, and your unique strengths are seen as assets.

Ready to Apply?

The application process is simple:

• Application Interview - In person
• Conditional Offer
• Pre-employment Checks
• Formal Offer and Start Date

Download our Candidate Information Pack for full details.

Key Dates: Closing date: Wednesday 17th December. Anticipated Start Date: TBC.

Are You Eligible?

• Applicants must be a current or former officer from a Home Office Police Force, Police Scotland, or PSNI
• Transferees must be substantive in rank and have completed probation
• Re-joiners must apply within 5 years of leaving and have been substantive in rank
• Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 consecutive years
• No live misconduct warnings or performance issues
• Cannot be under current investigation by another force
• No active CCJs, unmanaged IVAs, or bankruptcy
• We do not accept applications from those dismissed from another force
• Applicants for our locations outside of Inner London must hold a full UK driving licence.

Want to Learn More?

Explore our On Patrol shadowing scheme to get a first‑hand feel for the role, or email us at [e-mail] with any questions.

You’ve already made a difference. Come do it again, with a team that values every part of who you are - Apply now and help us keep Britain moving safely.