Job Description
Join Avon and Somerset Police: A New Mission for Veterans and Service Leavers. Your skills, discipline, and commitment will be used to serve the community as a police officer.
Why Choose Avon and Somerset Police?
- Starting Salary of £31,164, rising to £32,472 after two years.
- Earn While You Learn: Diploma completed in the first year with a seven‑week block in the second year.
- Gold Award for the Armed Forces Covenant – we value veterans, service leavers and reservists.
- Meaningful career protecting the local community.
- Police Pension Scheme – https://www.peninsulapensions.org.uk/members/police/
What You’ll Bring
- Discipline and Teamwork – accustomed to high‑pressure environments.
- Adaptability – experience with diverse and challenging situations.
- Leadership & Accountability – able to lead or work within a team.
Pathway into Policing
- Initial Application – streamlined for military background.
- Policing Diploma – comprehensive training alongside duties.
- Support & Mentorship – transition assistance from veteran officers.
Job Specific Information
Two‑year programme includes 12‑week classroom training followed by placement in patrol teams. Third year requires completing organisational objectives. Veterans have access to Police Pension Scheme, shift allowances, personal development and employee assistance programmes.
Application Process
- Open only to those with at least two years service in the armed forces.
- Steps: virtual or in‑person familiarisation event, national sift from College of Policing, virtual assessment centre, in‑person interview.
- Apply promptly – the window may close early if applications are high.
Eligibility & Requirements
- Minimum two years service in any branch of the armed forces. Service records must be emailed to Talentpoliceofficer@avonandsomerset.police.uk.
- Residency in the UK for the last three consecutive years.
- Valid manual driving licence (UK or other – inquire).
- Level 2 (GCSE) in Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or functional skills equivalent.
- Recruitment vetting level RV; requires a 3‑year checkable history in the UK.
Equality & Inclusion
Avon and Somerset Police is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including LGBTQ+, people with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, and those from diverse socio‑economic backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout recruitment and beyond. Dedicated Positive Action and Talent teams support under‑represented groups.
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