Police Officer Recruitment Open (External applicants only)
Thames Valley Police are open for police officer recruitment.
The role of a police officer is like no other. It can be tough and unpredictable at times but it can also be extremely rewarding and no two days are ever the same. You will work towards making life safer and more secure for those living within your local community.
You will be fully trained to protect the public, provide a reassuring presence in the community, support victims of crime and investigate complex offences using a mixture of cutting-edge technology and time-proven traditional methods.
Eligibility Criteria for EXTERNAL Candidates
Amongst other criteria, external candidates must meet the following:
* Be aged 18 years or older
* Have two A Levels graded A-E, the equivalent or higher
* Have, or are willing to get, a Certificate in Knowledge of Policing (CKP)
* Have a full manual UK driving licence
* Reside within 20 crow miles of two of our main police stations; there is potential to accept candidates living up to 30 crow miles from two main Thames Valley Police based on operational need.
Applicants are reminded that a degree of flexibility is expected in terms of postings, although consideration is given to personal preferences the need of the organisation must be the priority.
What We Offer
To join Thames Valley Police as a police officer, the first stage of the recruitment process for external candidates is to attend an eligibility event. It will be an informative session for a morning or afternoon with members of People Services where they will check your documents, assess whether you are eligible to apply, run through the recruitment process and answer any questions you may have. The schedule for these events is below:
Thursday 02 November 10:00-12:00 Sulhamstead, Berkshire
Monday 06 November 17:00-19:00 Sulhamstead, Berkshire
Thursday 09 November 14:00-16:00 Kidlington, Oxfordshire
Thursday 09 November 10:00-12:00 Kidlington, Oxfordshire
Monday 13 November 14:00-16:00 Kidlington, Oxfordshire
For an appointment on one of the above dates please email recruitmentpoliceoff@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk with the following information:
Your full name
Your contact telephone number
Your highest qualification(s)
The postcode of your home address
Two dates/times you could attend a meeting
Emails will be dealt with on a first come, first served basis and a member of the team will be in touch to confirm the details of your appointment and advise what you need to bring with you. Any emails received with missing information will be returned and therefore cause delay in your booking. We will only be booking appointments via email.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.