Transferee and Re-Joiner Police Constable - London South East

Job Introduction

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 London and the South East.

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.

• 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

The Application Process Is Simple.

• Application
• Stage 1 – Interview (MS Teams)
• Stage 2 – Interview (In Person)
• Conditional Offer
• Pre‑employment Checks
• Formal Offer and Start Date
• Download our Candidate Information Pack for full details.

Closing date: N/A

Anticipated

Start Date:

Spring 2026.

Please note, we are currently only recruiting at the following locations:
Inner London (see map), Brighton, Guildford and Southampton.

• 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
• Applicants for our locations outside of Inner London must hold a full UK driving licence.

Explore our On Patrol shadowing scheme to get a first‑hand feel for the role, or email us at r 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.