Transferee and Re-Joiner Police Constable - Operational Support Unit

Job Introduction

Start Your Journey with the British Transport Police (BTP)

Join a Team Where Your Voice and Values Matter

British Transport Police (BTP) have a unique opportunity for a Police Constable to join our Operational Support Unit (OSU) in Bristol. 

BTP police and protect 10,000 miles of track and 3,000 railway stations every day – a network that is at the heart of Britain’s community, commerce and industry. Join us and you’ll be providing specialist policing to a unique community in a unique environment, dealing with rewarding challenges that you won’t find in any other Force. 

The successful candidate's will provide high profile and high impact proactive policing as part of a team by executing initiatives designed to effect the arrest of or to deter active criminal activity with an emphasis toward public order and events, providing a response to incidents by evidence gathering, specifically searches, observations and delivering results.

Why Join BTP?

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. 

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. 

Initial Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be a current or former officer from a Home Office Police Force, Police Scotland, PSNI or BTP
• 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 5 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 are expected to complete Level 2 Public Order training and become a Licensed Search Officer (LSO) on joining. 

Key Dates

Closing Date:  Tuesday 3rd February. 

Anticipated start date: TBC.

Want to Learn More?

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.