Job Introduction
Are you interested in a new challenge or a police constable looking for change? We are expanding, join BTP now! Grade & Salary: Police Constable salary + £5,588.18, Police Officer London Allowance and £3,150 Police London Weighting (if applicable). Contract Type: Permanent. Location: London – Spring House. Hours: This is a full‑time role (40 hours per week). Inspire. Develop. Shape the future of policing.
British Transport Police (BTP) is the national police force for the rail network throughout Great Britain. Guided by our values – We Care, We Do the Right Thing, We Strive to Be Better Every Day, We Are One BTP, and We Are Proud to Protect – we are committed to creating an environment where our people and the communities we serve can thrive.
The Opportunity
Are you passionate about developing others, helping to create the workforce of the future, and developing new officers to reach their full potential? We are seeking dedicated and motivated Police Constables to join our Learning and Development team as a Recruit Trainer. This is a unique opportunity to shape the knowledge, skills and confidence of our future officers.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Deliver dynamic learning programmes across classroom, digital and practical environments, ensuring content is modern, engaging, relevant and impactful.
* Research, design, create and continuously improve training materials that bring learning to life and reflect operational realities.
* Use a variety of teaching and mentoring techniques to motivate, challenge and support recruits, helping them achieve their full potential.
* Build an inclusive, supportive and high‑performing learning environment, where every learner feels supported, valued and able to contribute.
* Assess learner progress and provide constructive feedback to support continuous development.
* Adapt training approaches to meet individual needs, ensuring all recruits are set up to succeed.
What You’ll Bring To The Team
* A genuine passion for teaching, mentoring and developing others, with the drive to make a difference.
* Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage, inspire and build trust with a diverse range of learners and stakeholders.
* An understanding of adult learning principles, with the ability to apply these to create effective and innovative training.
* The ability to design and adapt learning content, including for digital and blended delivery.
* Plan and deliver engaging group learning sessions that inspire and challenge learners, using effective facilitation, ongoing assessment and mentoring to support progress and drive the achievement of learning outcomes.
* A commitment to being a positive role model, demonstrating the highest standards and upholding BTP values and the Code of Ethics at all times.
* Experience in supporting individuals’ development, including recognising additional needs, promoting wellbeing and ensuring safeguarding.
Eligibility Criteria
Essential
* Substantive in the rank of Constable (confirmed in rank) and have completed probation.
* Re‑joiners must apply within 5 years of leaving and have been substantive in rank.
* Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 consecutive years.
* No live misconduct warnings or performance issues.
* Cannot be under current investigation by another force.
* Your line manager recommendation form needs to be signed by both your first and second line manager. The completion of this form forms part of the eligibility process.
* Meet the essential criteria as detailed in the attached job description.
* Teaching Qualifications – Certificate in Education & Training (CET) / Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training or Training Essential Programme (TEP Modules 1‑3).
* Experience in the delivery of training.
* Experience of working in an operational or L&D role within a police environment.
Desirable
* A1 Assessor qualification (or equivalent qualification).
Inclusion & Diversity
We are committed to building a workforce where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. Diversity strengthens our teams, improves our services and helps us better represent and support the communities we serve. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and strive to create a workplace that is fair, respectful and accessible to all. We actively work to challenge discrimination, remove barriers and ensure equity throughout our recruitment and employment practices. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or selection process, please let us know – we are happy to support you. For more information on Inclusion or the Disability Confident Scheme, please refer to the relevant resources.
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