At a Glance
- Tasks: Protect your community by tackling crime and supporting local residents.
- Company: Join Derbyshire Constabulary and make a real difference.
- Benefits: Gain valuable skills, confidence, and experiences that last a lifetime.
- Other info: Flexible volunteering hours with employer support available.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that actively makes Derbyshire safer.
- Qualifications: Must be 17½ years old, in good health, and of good character.
Make a Difference. Protect Your Community. Become a Special Constable.
Get the drive to make Derbyshire safer.
Use your spare time to fight crime, support your community, and do something genuinely extraordinary.
Why become a Special Constable?
Special Constables work side by side with regular police officers and Police Community Support Officers, playing a vital role in:
- Tackling crime and anti‑social behaviour
- Supporting victims and communities
- Responding to incidents and emergencies
- Preventing crime through visible, proactive policing
- What You’ll Be Doing
- Conducting high‑visibility foot patrols to deter and detect crime
- Engaging with local residents and businesses to prevent crime and reduce fear in the community
- Working with schools and young people to promote community safety
- Tackling anti‑social behaviour such as gangs or intimidating behaviour
- Managing alcohol‑related incidents, including public disorder and violence
- Enforcing road safety laws in local communities
- Carrying out house‑to‑house enquiries to support investigations
- Supporting police operations to disrupt and arrest offenders
- Training and Start Date
If successful, your start date will be 26 February 2027.
- 20 weeks of weekend training (Saturday and Sunday)
- Classroom‑based learning alongside guided self‑study
Please note: you must be able to commit to the full training programme and start date.
- The Must Haves
- Be 17½ years old at the time of application and 18 by appointment
- Be a UK Citizen, EU Citizen with Settled or Pre‑Settled Status, a Commonwealth Citizen, or a Foreign National with no restrictions on your stay in the UK
- Be in good health and of good character
What’s in it for you?
At Derbyshire Constabulary, we believe in putting people first. You’ll be supported throughout your journey and gain skills, confidence and experiences that last a lifetime.
- Employer Supported Volunteering (ESV)
- Many employers support Special Constables through the Employer Supported Volunteer (ESV) Scheme, offering up to 8 hours of paid leave per month to volunteer.
- Speak to your employer to see what support they offer.
- Internal candidates should check Connect for more information.
- Key Dates
- Vacancy closes: Wednesday, 2 September 2026 at 23.55.
- Assessment Centres: July to September.
We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and encourage anyone who has considered a career in policing to apply.
We’re particularly keen to increase the number of females and candidates from black and minority ethnic communities and the LGBT community, so that we can truly reflect the communities that we serve in.
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Special Constable (DP26C) employer: Derbyshire Constabulary
At Derbyshire Constabulary, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in our communities while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. As a Special Constable, you will not only gain invaluable skills and experiences but also enjoy the unique opportunity to engage with local residents and businesses, all while receiving support through our Employer Supported Volunteering scheme. Join us in our mission to create a safer Derbyshire, where your contributions truly matter.
