Police Officer - Basingstoke

Join British Transport Police (BTP) as a Police Officer in Basingstoke through our Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP).

As a Police Officer, you will play a vital role in keeping millions of passengers, railway staff, and the public safe across one of the world's busiest transport networks. Your responsibilities will include supporting vulnerable individuals, responding to emergencies, investigating crime, safeguarding children, and disrupting criminal activity.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Pay: Starting salary of £33,609, rising year-on-year to £52,014 after five years. Additional paid allowances include £3,105 for South East Allowances from day one of training.
• Benefits: Industry-leading travel benefits (Oyster card for personal and professional use), 25 days annual leave (increasing with service), a competitive Career Average Revalued Earnings (CARE) pension scheme, voucher and incentive schemes (including cycle-to-work and retail discounts), free eyesight tests, and eligibility for the Blue Light Card.
• Development: Structured career development, continued investment in learning with dedicated in-house talent and development teams, clear promotion opportunities, and specialisation options in areas like CID, Counter Terrorism, and County Lines.
• Support: Comprehensive wellbeing support, specialist support from Occupational Health, strong family-friendly policies (including 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave, paternity leave, carers' leave, adoption leave, and special leave provisions), and membership of the Police Federation from day one.

What We're Looking For

No previous policing experience is required. BTP welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and stages of life, whether you are changing careers, leaving education, returning to work, or seeking a new challenge.

Key qualities include:

• Integrity
• Commitment to helping others
• Willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills
• Sound judgement and problem-solving ability
• Empathy and emotional resilience
• Ability to build trust and remain calm under pressure

Essential Requirement: A valid full UK driving licence is essential.

Entry Requirements

Level 2 Qualifications:

• Level 2 qualifications in English Language and Maths (GCSE Grade C/4 or above, or an accepted equivalent), OR willingness to undertake BTP's Level 2 English and Maths assessment.

In addition, you must have one of the following:

• Level 3 Qualification or Above: Such as two A-levels at grade E or above, BTEC Level 3, Level 3 T Levels, International Baccalaureate (IB), BTEC National Diploma, NVQ Level 3, or Access to Higher Education Diploma.
• Relevant Work Experience: 24 months of service in areas such as the Armed Forces/Military, Emergency Services, Revenue Protection, Railway Enforcement, or Rail Incident Response/Service Delivery Management roles.
• Policing Experience: At least 12 months' relevant experience (completed within the last five years) as a Special Constable, PCSO, or police staff.

You will not be eligible to apply if:

• You cannot demonstrate either a Level 3 qualification OR relevant work experience equivalent to Level 3.
• You have been unsuccessful in a previous application, testing, or interview for a similar role and have not completed the three-month reapplication period.
• You have been declined/refused vetting in the last two years by BTP or another police force, NCA, CNC, or MOD.
• You have ever received a custodial sentence, including suspended sentences.
• You have been dismissed from another police force or are subject to a live misconduct investigation.
• You are bankrupt, have a County Court Judgment, or an unmanaged Individual Voluntary Arrangement.
• You have tattoos deemed offensive (face and neck tattoos are considered on a case-by-case basis).
• You do not have permanent right to live and work in the UK.
• You have not resided continuously in the UK for the past three years.

Application Process

Applications are completed online. You will be required to complete Situational Judgement Tests (SJTs). Question-and-answer sessions are available to learn more about the role and BTP.

Successful applicants will join a conditional offer pool for up to 12 months.

How to Apply

Applications are completed online. For support or assistance with your application, contact the Recruitment Team at recruitmentteam@btp.police.uk.

Application deadline: Midnight on Monday 2nd November 2026.

Please note that this campaign may close early if a high volume of applications is received.