BECOME A
POLICE OFFICER

One job title, many opportunities.
Find out how you can kick start your career as a police officer.

A career in policing offers you the chance to make good things happenYou’ll help to keep people safe in the place they call home, and enforce the law with courage and compassion. It’s undeniably challenging, but an experience like no other.

What’s in it for you?

With a salary of £29K to £48K for police constables, there’s lots of salary progression and earning potential on offer. Aside from the financials, we offer a whole host of health & wellbeing, family, professional development and travel benefits.

Ways into policing

Whether you prefer high-adrenaline, fast-paced work or you’re more of an analytical problem solver, there’s a pathway into policing that’s right for you.  

999 response officer

An on-the go, ‘no two days the same’ job, where you’ll respond to incidents that need your help.

Detective

Our police detectives thrive on the pursuit of justice, meticulously leading complex investigations to achieve the best outcomes for victims.

Neighbourhood officer

Neighbourhood officers are problem solvers, change-makers, and protectors at the heart of a community.

Progression opportunities

Policing is a vast and varied career choice, with endless opportunities to progress. After your probation, you can move into a specialist role or climb the ranks into senior policing.

What you need to know before you apply

What you need to know before you apply

What you need to know before you apply

Ready to get started?

Before you apply to become a 999 response officer, detective or neighbourhood officer you’ll need to join a mandatory information event.

Here, you’ll gain insight into what working at Northumbria Police is really like, find out more about the application process and how to prepare for the roleeligibility requirements, police officer pay & benefits, and you’ll have the opportunity to speak to current officers.

Choose your preferred date below to sign up to an upcoming Teams, online event.
Can’t make these sessions? We’ll be running events all year, check back for later dates.