Part Time Police Officer - London, United Kingdom - British Transport Police

British Transport Police

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Join the British Transport Police and start a fulfilling career today
We are excited to announce that we are recruiting for future Part-Time Police Officers based in London.

At the British Transport Police, we value work-life balance and are proud to offer part-time positions for a minimum of 20 hours per week.

The roster you work will be agreed based on meeting both personal and operational requirements.

By joining the British Transport Police, you can make a significant impact on the safety and well-being of millions of passengers, staff, and the wider public.

We offer one of the highest starting salaries for PCs across England & Wales, along with attractive benefits and unparalleled professional development opportunities.

As a police officer, you'll cover various areas, from serious and organized crimes to graffiti and theft.

You'll be part of a close-knit team dedicated to upholding the law, preventing crime, and delivering exceptional service to the public.

Our supportive and inclusive working environment celebrates diversity, and individual contributions are valued.

We offer comprehensive training programs, continuous learning, and opportunities to specialise in areas such as Counter-terrorism, CID, or County Lines.

As a specialist police force, your progression and specialization are our priority.

The starting salary for a Police Officer within Inner London is £36,975 per annum pro rota, inclusive of London weighting and London allowance.
We now offer a blended learning program that combines home learning with remote delivery.

Take on the challenge, seize the opportunity, and be part of an organization that embodies integrity, professionalism, and public service.

Join the British Transport Police today and help keep the nation moving safely.

Are you considering a career as a Police Officer? If so, here are some essential skills you'll need to possess for this role.

You must have a love for variety and be comfortable dealing with challenging situations.

As an officer, you'll need to be a skilled communicator capable of establishing quick rapport with individuals from all backgrounds.

Diplomacy and composure under pressure are also critical traits that you'll need to demonstrate, as is the ability to make quick and effective decisions.

Although we understand that being a police officer isn't easy and the hours can be challenging, it's one of the most rewarding and exciting careers out there.

Some situations will test you both mentally and emotionally, but the knowledge that you're making a difference will make it all worth it.

Rest assured, we'll provide you with the support you need to navigate the ups and downs of the job and develop your skills.

To give you a better idea of what a typical week in the life of a Police Constable looks like, we've prepared a document for you to read.

Please find it attached.

Pay and Benefits:

The basic starting salary is £29,751 pro rata rising yearonyear to a maximum of £46,044 pro rota per annum after 5 years.
Locations within Inner London attract a regional allowance to reflect the increased cost of living. This includes £7,224 pro rata for Inner London (£4338 London Allowance plus £2,886 London Weighting Allowance) from day 1 of training.
Oyster card to use at any time.
Voucher and incentive schemes such as cycletowork as well as a wide range of high street and online discounts.
Always learning; supported by our inhouse talent & development teams.
A highly competitive pension scheme (Career Average Revalued Earnings).
22 days holiday a year, pro rata.

Locations and Hours:

We are currently recruiting part-time Police Officers in Inner London at the following locations: Finsbury Park, Victoria, Kings Cross and Albany House (St James's Park).

The minimum hours required for this position are 20 hours per week. You'll be asked to provide your preferred working hours at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Application process and eligibility:

You have been unsuccessful following a BTP Police Officer interview in the last 6 months.
You have been unsuccessful following BTP vetting checks within the last 12 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 previously been dismissed from another force.
You have been declared bankrupt, have a CCJ or an unmanaged IVA.
If you have tattoos that are deemed offensive; tattoos on the face and neck will be considered on a casebycase basis.

Closing Date

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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.

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