Detective Constable Accelerated Entry Scheme - London, United Kingdom - British Transport Police

British Transport Police

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Join the British Transport Police as a future Detective Constable in Inner London

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career path as a Detective Constable with the British Transport Police? We're currently seeking motivated individuals from diverse backgrounds to join our force and fast-track their journey to becoming detectives.

Our unique entry scheme is designed to welcome applicants from all walks of life, with mínimal entry requirements that focus on transferable skills and knowledge.

Whether you're transitioning from another career or seeking a new challenge, we're looking for dedicated individuals who are passionate about serving their community.

Application Process

Attend a mandatory DC AES information session
Online Testing
Interview & Assessment Centre
Vetting and Medical Assessments
Begin Training

The DC Accelerated entry scheme has been created with support and quality delivery in mind. Recruits will first, and foremost, be trained to be police officers. Diverging after basic training from the traditional probationer constable route way to undertake bespoke criminal investigation training.

Designed to give them the skillset to enter CID as a trainee Detective Constable after just 42 weeks of training*.

Training Schedule

18 weeks basic officer training
8 weeks tutored uniform patrol
16 weeks criminal investigation training
Entry into CID as a Trainee Detective
Entry into National Investigators Exam (NIE)
Portfolio of investigative work working towards accreditation as a Detective Constable
Inclusive of holiday

Basic Eligibility Criteria

You have been unsuccessful following a BTP Police Officer interview in the last 6 months.
You have been unsuccessful following shortlisting or online ability testing for a BTP Police Officer within the last 3 months.
You have ever received a custodial sentence (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 been declared bankrupt, have a CCJ or an unmanaged IVA.
You have tattoos that are deemed offensive; A visible tattoo is permissible, as long as it is not on the face, head or front or side of the neck. Visible tattoos are permissible on other areas of the body, including hands, arms, legs, and feet. A visible tattoo is also permissible on the back of the neck as long as the tattoo is discreet and behind the ear lobe. Discreet tattoos on the ear are also considered acceptable. Consideration will be given to tattoos on the face that were necessary following medical procedures or for cosmetic procedures e.g. eyebrows.

_ For further information on our eligibility criteria, pay and benefits and other useful information, please have a read through the attached recruitment pack as it contains lots of useful information for you._

Representing The Communities We Serve

At the heart of our mission is the belief that our workforce should mirror the diversity of the communities we serve.

As a national police force, we interact with individuals from various backgrounds daily.

Currently, only a fifth of police officers in the UK are women, and ethnic minorities make up less than one in 10.

Support With The Recruitment Process

DC AES Information Sessions will be communicated shortly.
More information on the Detective Constable role can be found in our recruitment information pack attached.

This explains the role in more detail, a day in the life and covers the assessment process in more detail.

Positive Action

At BTP we are proud guardians of the railway, and it is crucial that we represent the diverse communities we serve and protect.

As 'One BTP' across the UK, we know that diversity, inclusion and belonging help us improve our decision making, foster creativity and drive innovation so all our people can thrive.

On a final note...

Join us on the journey and bring your professionalism, commitment, and leadership skills on board - Police like no other