Police officer

Police officers are vital to the safety of communities across the country and here in Suffolk. Their role is the key rank in the police service as nearly three quarters of all police forces in the UK are made up of police officers.

The job of a police officer is challenging and diverse, it offers a unique experience in dealing with challenging and difficult situations on a daily basis. Although the job is one of the most challenging, it provides excellent rewards as well as plenty of opportunities for career development.

No day is the same as a police officer. The job offers a huge variety in day to day activities from conducting patrol duties on foot, by car and bicycle, to responding to calls and requests from the public, to giving evidence in court and at other hearings plus much much more.

Police officers work with the local communities to reduce crime and make communities feel safe. It is the police officer who is invariably first on the scene - whether it be a road traffic accident, burglary or violent crime.

They have to make the first - and often vital decisions and need to be equipped with a whole range of skills to deal appropriately with all sections of society.

Suffolk Police’s recruitment strategy is simple – we are after the best quality recruits to join one of the top performing police forces in the country.

In return we will offer you a varied and interesting policing career that covers both rural and urban areas within the county.

If you have any queries regarding police officer recruitment please call Human Resources on 01473 613 589 between Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm or email:

HR-Recruitment@suffolk.pnn.police.uk

Please note: Suffolk Police is not currently recruiting Police Constables.