Police officers

Our Police Officer recruitment lines are open, including the new Police Constable Entry Programme

The Police service offers a career like no other. Police officers face many difficult challenges but also experience unique rewards and unparalleled job satisfaction in their work to keep the public safe. 

No two days are the same as a police officer. On any given shift you could be responding to a variety of emergency calls, requiring you to attend different types of incidents, investigate crime reports, support vulnerable victims, and arrest suspects where necessary.   

On your next shift you could be patrolling in the local community, searching for a missing person, conducting a search warrant or giving evidence in court. 

Policing is not purely about enforcement, your communication skills and ability to build relationships with the public and our partners will be key. 

You will need determination, patience, and the ability to champion those around you. 

Policing is one career, with countless opportunities. You can progress through the ranks or specialise in an area that interests you. You could become a detective, join our firearms or roads policing units or one of our public protection teams. 

To attract a diverse workforce, Suffolk Constabulary offers two entry routes into the service. There's the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship for non-degree holders looking to gain a Level 6 degree qualification on the job, and the Police Constable Entry Programme for those with Level 3 qualifications which hold a minimum of 32 UCAS points who are seeking a non-degree route. This is also the route to take if you already hold a Level 6 qualification or degree.

Wherever you decide to take your career, we will support you and develop you to achieve your potential. 

Start your application for the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship

Start your application for the Police Constable Entry Programme

Please note: You can only apply to ONE of the two advertised routes, either PCDA or PCEP. Duplicate applications will be withdrawn.

Upcoming events

Our next Recruitment Webinar will be held on 6 May > Sign up here.

We will also be holding webinars in July and September. Keep an eye on our webpages for more information on sign up closer to the time.