Transferee/ Re-joiner - Bedfordshire

Bedfordshire Police
Permanent
Full Time
Local Policing Command
Forcewide
Constable
TBC

Please note, if this is a paid role and the role is part time then the salary quoted will be pro rata based on the hours worked per annum.

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31/03/2026, 23:55

Bedfordshire Police are currently seeking applications from the rank of Police Constable/Detective Constable to join our Force. We will be considering applications from officers at Sergeant or higher ranks however please note that vacancies for these ranks are limited and will be allocated to officers with exceptional sought after skills.

How would you feel being part of a force with a clear sense of purpose?

You could spend less time commuting and more time doing the things you like by working closer to home.

In a compact force, it means you will be an individual again, not just a number.

This is an extremely exciting time to join as we strive for excellence in exceeding our key strategic aims. Bedfordshire Police have committed people across the organisation, proud to deliver a first-class service to our communities.

Bedfordshire is one of the fastest growing counties in the region, which means a wide range of career opportunities, specialist posts and prospects are available to transferees and re-joiners. 

If you are interested in applying you will also be required to complete the attached skills audit form and submit this to recruitment@bch.police.uk where you are also able to submit any questions about the process. Please quote the vacancy title in your email title and note that we cannot accept applications without this completed form.

In order for your application to be fully considered please ensure you provide extensive details on all the areas of the application. 

Please note you will need to complete a job related fitness test as part of the recruitment process or evidence that you are currently in ticket with JRFT and PPST.

Important Information Regarding the Vetting Process

As part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager to complete a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Vetting Guidelines (APP 6.5.18).

A Supervisor Appraisal may be necessary in the following situations:

  • When applying to transfer to another force
  • When renewing existing vetting clearance
  • When moving into a role that requires Management Vetting (MV), even if you currently hold MV clearance
  • When moving into or working in a role that involves close contact with vulnerable individuals

If any of the above apply to you, please be aware that your current line manager will be contacted for a Supervisor Appraisal once your vetting application is submitted.

Please note: This role has been identified as high-risk in relation to potential DNA and fingerprint contamination within forensic processes. As such, successful candidates will be required to provide a DNA and fingerprint elimination sample as part of their pre-employment checks.

The sample will be used to conduct a speculative search against our database and then solely for contamination elimination purposes and held on a secure elimination database in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR.

Provision of this sample is a condition of employment for roles identified as high-risk.

As you will be transferring to this force, in line with our PSD Biometric Policy, DNA and fingerprint samples will be required during the recruitment process.

For more information on the Competency Values Framework (CVF) please click HERE

Help us deliver outstanding policing for everyone.
We believe that to serve our communities effectively, we need people from all backgrounds, bringing a wide range of life and professional experiences. This helps us reflect the communities we serve and ensures we deliver the best possible service.


Why Choose a Career in Policing?
Bedfordshire Police is recognised as a pioneering and forward-thinking service, responsible for policing a large, diverse, and multicultural population.

If you're looking for a meaningful and rewarding career—where you can make a real difference, take on new challenges, and gain a wide variety of experiences—then we want to hear from you.


What We Offer
We’re proud to support our people with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Pension Schemes: Access to the Police Pension Scheme, with employer contributions and death-in-service benefits.
  • Generous Annual Leave: 25 to 30 days (depending on rank and length of service).
  • Sick Pay: Up to six months full pay and six months half pay (depending on service).
  • Family Leave: Occupational maternity, adoption, and paternity pay (depending on service).
  • Carers and Discretionary Leave
  • Flexible Working: Including compressed hours, flexible shifts, job sharing, annualised hours, and agile working (role dependent).
  • Wellbeing Support: Local wellbeing teams, on-site gym facilities and exercise classes (location dependent).
  • Sports & Social Clubs: Enjoy discounts, trips, and events through our dedicated clubs.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Blue Light Card App: Option to sign up for discounts in-store and online for emergency service workers.
  • Financial Support: Access to Police Mutual for savings plans, insurance, loans, and independent financial advice.
  • Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support for personal and professional wellbeing.
  • Staff Support Networks: Including groups for Black and Minority Ethnic colleagues, LGBTQ+ colleagues, disability awareness, menopause support, faith-based groups, and more.
  • Access to Federation/Supts Association/COPSA (rank dependant).
  • Career Development: Opportunities for progression, promotion, and continuous improvement training.


Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those currently under-represented in policing, including:

  • Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities
  • People of all ages and abilities
  • All faiths and religions
  • LGBTQ+ communities
  • Individuals from disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds

All applications are assessed fairly and based on the evidence you provide and your suitability for the role.

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Police Barred and Advisory Lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.


Vetting and Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.

Bedfordshire Police recognises the growing use of AI tools in preparing job applications. While these tools can support you in expressing your skills and experience more effectively, their use must align with the principles of honesty, integrity, originality, and personal accountability. We want to learn about you and your own personal experiences and how these make you suitable for the role, this will be assessed throughout the recruitment process including at interview, which AI cannot replace. Please click HERE to find out more about the acceptable and unacceptable uses of AI in our recruitment process.  

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