Police Constable - Re-joiner Response

We are looking for officers who see themselves as risk managers and can make difficult decisions that stand up to scrutiny. For this, officers will need to be comfortable in using tools such as the National Decision Model and THRIVE, which help you to understand the problem, assess the risk and tackle the issues.

Eligibility Criteria

• Have served in a Home Office Force or British Transport Police (BTP)
• Have completed your probation period and achieved independent patrol status prior to leaving the force
• Have had no disciplinary, integrity or performance issues
• Pass the necessary vetting, occupational health and fitness checks; such checks will not be carried out until after a successful interview
• Be able to show commitment to achieving high levels of attendance
• Demonstrate a passion and commitment to Sussex Police
• Not have made an application to join any other force at the same time
• Have resided in the UK for three years immediately prior to submitting your application, or be able to provide a certificate of good conduct from the relevant country
• Have a full UK manual driving licence
• Not be a current or previous member of a proscribed terrorist organisation or group
• Declare any business interest
• Declare any membership or involvement with the reserve Forces
• Not have tattoos which could cause offence
• Not have any existing County Court Judgements (CCJs) outstanding against you or have registered bankrupt and not have been discharged for at least three years

Why Work With Us?

• National Salary plus £1,500 per annum South East allowance
• 22 days per year annual leave, rising to 30 days (based on a working day of 8 hours) a year depending on your length of service
• Opportunity to progress through the ranks and/or specialise in an area of policing that interests you most
• Highly competitive pension scheme
• An Employee Assistance Programme for advice and counselling covering a range of health, well-being and lifestyle topics
• Access to discounts, savings and cash back rewards including travel subsidiaries, an eye care scheme and more
• Progressive approach to flexible working, enhanced maternity and paternity leave and potential for a career break (after two years’ service)
• Opportunities to join various support networks, staff associations and sports clubs
• Access to subsidised gym (depending on location)
• Incredible colleagues who will support your return

Further Information

Your application form and learning needs questionnaire will be reviewed prior to being offered an interview and will help determine the most suitable entry route. If you have been out of policing for more than 5 years, your application will be reviewed and only considered if you have specific skills the force requires or have evidenced working in an investigative role since leaving policing.

We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.

Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application attached. Occasionally emails from this address can fall into spam/junk folders so please ensure this is checked regularly. You may wish to consider adding noreply@surreysussexpolice.as.recruitmail.com to your address/contact list to ensure you receive all communications.