Transferee and Re-Joiner Police Constable

Job Introduction

Start Your Journey with the British Transport Police (BTP)
Join a Team Where Your Voice and Values Matter
Are 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 Impact
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.

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 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.

Ready to Apply?
The Application Process Is Simple

• Application
• Stage 1 - Interview (MS Teams)
• Stage 2 - Interview (In Person)
• Conditional Offer
• Pre-employment Checks
• Formal Offer and Start Date
• Download our Candidate Information Pack for full details.**

Key Dates
Closing date: N/A
Anticipated Start Date:
Spring 2026.

Locations
Please note, we are currently only recruiting at the following locations:
*Inner London (see map), Southend, Brighton, Guildford and Southampton
Are You Eligible?*

• 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 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 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.