Transferee and Re-Joiner Police Constables - LeedsJobsGoPublic
Start Your Journey with the British Transport Police (BTP)
Join a Team Where Your Voice and Values Matter
Are you a current or former Police Officer looking for a new challenge or thinking about returning to policing? British Transport Police (BTP) are recruiting community-focused, compassionate officers to join us as uniformed Police Constables in Leeds.
Make a Real Impact
At BTP, we champion modern, people-first policing. From safeguarding passengers to supporting vulnerable individuals and preventing crime, no two days are the same. Our officers are more than law enforcers; they are listeners, problem-solvers, and protectors of community trust.
This is a role where your empathy, communication skills, and emotional intelligence are every bit as valued as your operational experience.
Why Join BTP?
We believe a supportive workplace is key to success. That’s why we offer:
Flexible working arrangements wherever possible
A strong focus on wellbeing, mental health support, and inclusive leadership
Real opportunities to progress through diverse career pathways
Family-friendly policies and a culture that understands life beyond work
Join a force where your ideas are welcomed, your development is prioritised, and your unique strengths are seen as assets.
Ready to Apply?
The application process is simple:
Application
Interview - In Person
Conditional Offer
Pre-employment Checks
Formal Offer and Start Date
**Download our Candidate Information Pack for full details**
Key Dates
Expected Start Date: Autumn 2026
Are You Eligible?
Applicants must be a current or former officer from a Home Office Police Force, Police Scotland, or PSNI
Transferees must be substantive 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
No active CCJs, unmanaged IVAs, or bankruptcy
We do not accept applications from those dismissed from another force
We do not accept applications if you have been declined vetting at another Force within 2 years
**Applicants for our locations outside of Inner London must hold a full UK driving licence.**
Want to Learn More?
Explore our On Patrol shadowing scheme to get a first-hand feel for the role, or email us at [email protected] with any questions.
You’ve already made a difference. Come do it again, with a team that values every part of who you are - Apply now and help us keep Britain moving safely.
Inclusion and 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. Your talent, your potential, and your unique perspective matter here.
Use of AI
AI can be a useful tool to spark ideas or help you organise your thoughts, but when it comes to your application, we want to hear from you, not an algorithm. What truly stands out to us are genuine stories, personal insights and the experiences that have shaped who you are. Authenticity matters - it helps us understand your motivations, your strengths and how you’ll contribute to our team. So, use AI if it helps you get started, but let your own voice lead the way.