Careers at Northumbria Police

The North East is one of the most exciting and diverse areas across the UK – and policing it is no easy task. It takes a huge number of people from all sorts of different backgrounds with a wide range of skills and experience. Do you have what it takes to be one of them?

Find out if a career with Team NP is just the change you’re looking for, and what kind of challenges, experiences and rewards you could have in store.​

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​Values

Our vision and mission are underpinned by a set of core values which define the standards we have set.

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What the public can expect from us - Proud to Serve

• Protect the vulnerable 
• Be victim focused in everything we do 
• Minimise harm to communities 
• Vigorously pursue offenders 
• Treat everyone ethically and in accordance with the Code of Ethics

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What we can expect from our people - Proud of our people 

• ​Engage, listen and respect the views of others
• Ensure a skilled workforce
• Embrace diversity
• Encourage innovation
• Support people and learn from our mistakes

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​What we can do differently - Proud to improve 

• ​Understanding our policing demand
• Maximise use of technology and other assets
• Be open minded to new and different ways of delivering services
• Seek out and drive collaborative opportunities
• Be financially sustainable and transparent in our decision making

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What we expect from leaders - Proud to lead

• Take personal responsibility and lead by example 
• Inspire others and achieve excellence 
• Empower others and encourage and celebrate endeavour, innovation and individuality 
• Be approachable and welcome the views of others

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​These core values create an environment where all officers, staff and volunteers are proud to come to work, proud to represent Northumbria Police, and proud to deliver an outstanding service.
 
If you have a genuine passion to make a real difference within your community then Northumbria Police is the place for you. We have a whole range of career and volunteer opportunities that will recognise, develop and reward your unique talents.

​Northumbria Police employs and provides services to people who have a variety of different needs. We recognise the benefits of having a diverse and representative workforce and the need to promote and ensure equality in the workplace. Northumbria Police is committed to developing and retaining a workforce that is more diverse and representative of the communities it serves.