Police Officer jobs

Careers don’t come more rewarding than this.

We are now open for police officer recruitment.

To apply, or find out more about each entry route:

• I don't hold a degree/I hold a degree – IPLDP+
• Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship
• Degree Holder Entry Programme
• Detective Degree Holder Entry Programme
• Professional Policing Degree Holder  

Discuss becoming a police officer with us

If you have questions about the recruitment process, entry requirements, training, or progression, then why not:

• Meet us at one of our recruitment events?
• Drop us an email? 
• Contact us to book a 1:1 recruitment call?

We actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces and Military veterans. 

If you are interested in applying for a role at Surrey Police and would like to speak to one of our Armed Forces champions, please email [email protected] and we will arrange for you to talk to someone.

However you'd prefer to contact us, we're here to answer any questions you may have about becoming a police officer. 

More information about how to discuss a career as a police officer with us

 

What if you joined Surrey Police?

We are recruiting for police officers to support front line policing.

So why should you work for us?

• As a police constable you can earn a salary starting from:
• A starting salary of £31,551 (including South East Allowance of £3,000)
• Career progression
• Public sector pension
• Generous annual leave entitlement which increases as part of your service
• Surrey Police supports work-life balance supported by family friendly policies
• Be part of a wider police family including officer and staff associations

Find out more about Positive Action here.

Tackling crime, taking knives off the streets, engaging with young people and being the person everyone looks towards for help. A Police Officer’s role is demanding and diverse – no two days ever are the same.

We’re looking for people who have the judgment to make quick decisions; are confident to be first person in; have the compassion and empathy to help those in need; who’ll have the resilience to serve the community every single day.

You should consider whether you can: 

• Deal with the complex and sensitive cases, requiring clear reasoning and evidence gathering.
• Think on your feet – problem solving and responding to new challenges.
• Develop new skills as data and technology become ever more important to policing.
• Work well with colleagues as part of an effective team.
• Have great people skills, remaining calm and patient with members of the public, particularly in stressful or volatile situations.
• Handle traumatic situations and be able to communicate information sensitively.
• Be decisive and use your police powers appropriately.
• Give clear and accurate evidence in court.
• Work shifts, nights and weekends (including public holidays).
• Be flexible about where you work - you might not work in your preferred location.
• Be willing and able to meet the academic demands and deadlines throughout the programme.  

You’ll receive training and support throughout your career to help you manage the demands of policing, but it’s important to be sure that becoming a police officer is right for you.

Take this quiz to find out if a career as a police officer might be right for you.

Which route is best for me?

Watch this short video to understand the two routes you can take to become a Police Officer and choose the right path for you below for more details.