Overview
Join to apply for the Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) role at Staffordshire Police.
Eligibility and qualifications
* Level 2 qualifications in both English and Maths for example a GCSE at grade C (level 4) or above, Functional Skills Level 2, Key Skills Level 2 (Communication and / or Literacy) or Adult Numeracy / Literacy
* Hold a full UK manual driving licence
* If you do not hold Level 2 qualifications, a minimum of 12 months operational experience within the past 12 months in any of the following roles: PCSO, IO, Special Constable, CDO, Prison Officer, Armed Forces background, Military background
Operational experience
Operational experience refers to knowledge and skills gained through practical involvement in operations. Please ensure you list all relevant experience on your application.
About the role
Policing is a job like no other and you will need to have a passion for public service, excellent customer service skills, the ability to build relationships and work in a team, and the commitment to make a difference to the lives of the communities of Staffordshire. Staffordshire Police serves a diverse area with rural and urban communities, serving over 1 million people.
Salary and start dates
* Salary on appointment: £29,907 rising up to £48,231 following yearly increments
* Course starting – June 2026
Selection process
* Application – Closing 30 September
* Familiarisation Date – 21st August
* Online Assessment Centre – Week commencing 20th October
* Face-to-face Interview – Week commencing 19th January
* Pre-Employment Checks
Benefits
* Access to health and wellbeing support
* Eye care vouchers
* On-site gyms
* Annual leave entitlement
* Pension scheme
* Sick pay scheme
* Family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, parental leave, adoption, disability leave and carers leave)
* Blue Light Card
* Free parking at selected sites
* On-site catering facilities
* Staff networks and support
* Cycle to work scheme
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Staffordshire Police is fully supportive of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and strives to employ a workforce that represents the community it serves. We encourage applications from all underrepresented groups and operate the Disability Confident Scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Diversity data may be collected to improve our processes and remove biases.
Notes
Please note: Closing date for receipt of submitted applications is 12 Noon, Tuesday 30th September 2025. Vetting is part of the pre-employment checks. Details of the vetting process are available via the police recruitment link in the application.
We want to continually improve our recruitment processes and ensure accessibility and inclusion for all candidates.
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