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Start Your Journey with the British Transport Police (BTP)Join a Team Where Your Voice and Values MatterAre you a current or former Police Officer looking for a new challenge or thinking about returning to policing? British Transport Police (BTP) are recruiting community-focused, compassionate officers to join us as uniformed Police Constables in London and the South East. Make a Real ImpactAt 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.Why Join BTP?We believe a supportive workplace is key to success. That’s why we offer:Flexible working arrangements wherever possibleA strong focus on wellbeing, mental health support, and inclusive leadershipReal opportunities to progress through diverse career pathwaysFamily-friendly policies and a culture that understands life beyond workJoin a force where your ideas are welcomed, your development is prioritised, and your unique strengths are seen as assets.Ready to Apply?The application process is simple:ApplicationStage 1 - Interview (MS Teams)Stage 2 - Interview (In Person) Conditional OfferPre-employment ChecksFormal Offer and Start Date**Download our Candidate Information Pack for full details.**Key DatesClosing date: N/AAnticipated Start Date: Spring 2026.LocationsPlease note, we are currently only recruiting at the following locations: Inner London (see map),  Brighton, Guildford and Southampton  Are You Eligible?Applicants must be a current or former officer from a Home Office Police Force, Police Scotland, or PSNITransferees must be substantive in rank and have completed probationRe-joiners must apply within 5 years of leaving and have been substantive in rankMust have lived in the UK for the past 3 consecutive yearsNo live misconduct warnings or performance issuesCannot be under current investigation by another forceNo active CCJs, unmanaged IVAs, or bankruptcyWe 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.** Want to Learn More?Explore our On Patrol shadowing scheme to get a first-hand feel for the role, or email us at recruitmentteam@btp.police.uk with any questions.You’ve already made a difference. Come do it again, with a team that values every part of who you are - Apply now and help us keep Britain moving safely. 

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