Transferee and Re-Joiner Police Sergeant - Luton

British Transport Police; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A law enforcement agency in Luton is looking for an experienced Police Sergeant to lead a team of uniformed Constables. This role involves providing guidance, fostering the development of the team, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills and a passion for community policing. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a focus on wellbeing, making it a significant opportunity to make a real impact in the community.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Mental health support

Opportunities for career progression

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead a group of uniformed Constables, providing guidance.
• Foster development and ensure team performance aligns with goals.
• Champion community policing and support vulnerable individuals.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Emotional intelligence

Job description

British Transport Police (BTP) is currently seeking an experienced Police Sergeant with strong leadership skills and a passion for community policing to join our team in Luton. In this role, you'll lead a dedicated group of uniformed Constables - providing guidance, fostering development, and ensuring team performance aligns with our organisational goals. Make a Real Impact At BTP, we champion modern, 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 community trust. This is a role where your empathy, communication skills, and emotional intelligence are every bit as valued as your operational experience.

Benefits

• 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

Requirements

• 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.

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