Overview
Join a Team Where Your Voice and Values Matter. Are you a current or former Police Officer looking for a current challenge or a return to policing? British Transport Police (BTP) are recruiting a dedicated, community-focused officer to join us as uniformed Police Constable at Newcastle. This is a role where your empathy, communication skills, and emotional intelligence are valued as much as your operational experience.
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.
Responsibilities
- Protect passengers and the public, safeguard vulnerable individuals, and prevent crime.
- Apply empathy, effective communication, and emotional intelligence in routine and complex policing scenarios.
- Represent the force professionally and contribute to community trust and safety.
Locations
Please note we are only currently recruiting for a vacancy at Newcastle.
Eligibility and Qualifications
- 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 locations outside Inner London must hold a full UK driving licence
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.
Application Process
- Application
- Interview
- Conditional Offer
- Pre-employment Checks
- Formal Offer and Start Date
Download our Candidate Information Pack for full details.
Key Dates
- Closing date: Friday 3rd October
- Anticipated Start Date: January 2026 (4-week induction attendance required)
Want to Learn More?
Explore our On Patrol shadowing scheme to get a first-hand feel for the role, or email us at [emailprotected] with any questions.
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