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Kent Police Investigate First - Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP), Chelmsford
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Job Reference:
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Posted:
29.06.2025
Expiry Date:
13.08.2025
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Job Description:
Are you good with people and passionate about helping others?
Could you be #MoreThanTheBadge?
The role of a Police Detective can be demanding, but it's that variety which makes it one of the most rewarding jobs around. Every day presents a new challenge, and you'll deal with different situations, ensuring public order is maintained at all times.
You'll be responsible for the protection of life and property, as well as the prevention and detection of crime. Working as part of a close team, you’ll help serve and protect the diverse communities and businesses of Kent.
Join #TeamKent as a police officer, and you'll receive a starting salary of £32,907 (which includes a £3,000 South East allowance).
To join our Investigate First Police Constable Entry Programme (IF PCEP), you will need to meet these eligibility criteria:
* be over 18 (you can apply at 17 and start work when you turn 18) – there is no upper age limit
* be a British citizen, an EC/EEA national, a Commonwealth citizen, or a foreign national with no restrictions on your stay in the UK. You will need to have lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years (unless you are serving with UK armed forces)
* be in good health, including fitness and eyesight
* have no criminal record, although some offences may be considered, which will be reviewed when you apply
* obtained a level 3 qualification or can demonstrate relevant experience or training that can be considered equivalent to a level 3 qualification
You will also be eligible if you meet one of these criteria:
* you are a Kent Police staff member, a PCSO, or a special constable who has passed their probationary period
* you have a minimum of 3 years’ service with the armed forces and have achieved an exemplary reference on discharge
For further information on the Investigate First route into policing, please fully read the information details on our website.
All of our posts require vetting and security clearance. During the recruitment process, you will be sent vetting information forms to complete.
Kent Police welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender, sex (or gender), or employment status.
Where appropriate, we will make adjustments to the selection process, working arrangements, and/or the working environment, provided it is reasonable in all circumstances.
If you’re not from the UK, you must be a resident in the UK and have lived here continuously for the last three years. You must also be free from restrictions with indefinite leave to remain.
If you’re from the UK, you must have lived here continuously for the last three years. This doesn’t apply to those serving abroad in the British Armed Forces.
Kent Police is an equal opportunities employer. Communications may be recorded for monitoring purposes.
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