Police Constable Entry Programme PCEP - November 2023
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Nov 2023

North Yorkshire Police are introducing a new entry route into Policing! From April 2024 Student Officers will be able to join via our Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP).

 

At North Yorkshire Police we welcome applicants from all background, cultures and experiences and we therefore now offer three entry routes to join as a Police Constable. All our entry routes will ensure of Officers are equip with the right skills for modern policing challenges.

 

What is the Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP)?

Unlike some of our other Police Constable entry routes you will not require a degree to join, or study for a degree during training. You will undertake a 2-year training programme to ensure you have the right skills and experience to support the communities across North Yorkshire.

 

Why North Yorkshire Police?

At North Yorkshire you'll be part of a team where professionalism is valued. Our values of impartially, integrity and respect underpin the service to the public we provide. It's also a place where we recognise that different perspectives and different talents make for a stronger police service.

We’ll give you the training; the trust and the personal development to expand your career in any direction you choose. Starting a career in the police can be one of the best things you’ll ever do. You’ll be able to make a real difference in your community, reducing crimes and making people safer. But being a police officer isn’t for everyone – it’s one of the most challenging careers you can choose, being physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. 

Is it the right role for me?

You must be a person who thrives on challenges and be willing to work hard to learn the skills necessary for this demanding role. Being a Police Officer is a tough and unpredictable job, however incredibly rewarding with high levels of job satisfaction.

You should consider whether you can: 

  • Deal with the complex and sensitive cases, requiring clear reasoning and evidence gathering
  • Think on your feet – problem solving and responding to new challenges 
  • Develop new skills as data and technology become ever more important to policing 
  • Work well with colleagues as part of an effective team
  • Have great people skills, remaining calm and patient with members of the public, particularly in stressful or volatile situations
  • Handle traumatic situations and be able to communicate information sensitively 
  • Be decisive and use your police powers appropriately 
  • Give clear and accurate evidence in court 
  • Work shifts, nights, and weekends (including public holidays)   

Am I eligible to apply:

  • You must be aged 17 or over at the point of application and must be 18 by the time you are appointed.
  • You must possess a Level 2 Qualification in Maths and English Language (equivalent to GCSE grade A-C or Level 4 or above)
  • You must also possess a Level 3 qualification within the meaning of Section 3 of the Education and Skills Act 2008 or the equivalent experience.
  • Where an applicant does not hold a level 3 qualification, we will also consider training or work experience, whether undertaken in or outside England and Wales, which is considered to be equivalent to a level 3 qualification.
  • You should hold a full, valid manual EU/UK driving licence. You will have held this license for at least 6 months prior to starting.  
  • You must pass the police security vetting clearances. Honesty is of the highest importance in policing. If you have a criminal record, this doesn’t mean you won’t be considered. This depends on the nature of your conviction and circumstances will be considered on an individual basis.
  • You must meet our attendance standards, be able to pass the job-related fitness test (bleep test), undertake medical screening and meet the https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/circular-0072019-eyesight-standards-police-recruitment/determinations-of-the-secretary-of-state-under-the-police-regulations-200
  • Successful candidates must serve wherever required to do so within North Yorkshire, please consider travel distance prior to submitting your application.

What training will I receive?

 

The Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) is a two-year training programme. The training will be conducted by our experienced colleagues at NYP and will be blend of classroom and practical on-the-job learning.

 

After a number of weeks, you’ll reach independent patrol status and when you finish your training you’ll be allocated a location for the remainder of the 2 year programme.

 

What are the benefits?

 

Working as a Police Officer is a genuinely rewarding career – not just for the satisfaction you get from helping to make our communities safer, but for the pay and benefits you’ll receive too.

  • You’ll be a police officer from your first day on the job. You’ll receive exceptional training to ensure you can perform effectively in your role as a Constable
  • A starting salary of £28,551. As your policing career progresses so does your salary!
  • Inclusion in the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Access to Staff support networks
  • Discounts at major high street stores, retail outlets, food establishments and other organisations nationwide
  • Access to Health & Wellbeing support 

 

We, at North Yorkshire Police value difference. We have a positive action team who are dedicated to supporting you through your application and beyond. If you feel you need any reasonable adjustments to help reach your potential, please contact our Positive Action Team positiveaction@northyorkshire.police.uk

 

 

Application Process Timeline


12pm, Monday 13th November - Online familiarisation event to learn more about the role, recruitment process, training and your apprenticeship. Register here

12pm, Friday 17th November - Underrepresented groups Online familiarisation event to learn more about the role, recruitment process and training. Click here to register.

9am - 13th December 2023 - EXTENDED Closing date for applications

Course dates (start dates) will be throughout 2024.

 

 

To access more information from the College of Policing website on the assessment process please visit: https://www.college.police.uk/career-learning/joining-police/online-assessment-process

 

Additional Information

 

This application is for the Police Constable Entry Programme only.  If you already have a degree, our Degree Holder Entry Programme may be an option for you (DHEP) or would prefer to earn while you learn and gain a degree you may wish to join via the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship programme (PCDA). Please sign up for vacancy alerts to be notified when we are next live for DHEP and PCDA.  For more information on the various entry routes please visit Police constable entry routes | College of Policing

It is our aim to keep you updated throughout each stage of the recruitment process via the online application centre, so please ensure you keep checking this on a regular basis.

Please note: You can apply directly to more than one police force at a time for the position of police constable. You can only sit one assessment centre within a three-month period, but this should not prevent you from entering applications with more than one force should you wish.

 

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and preventing discrimination at all stages of the assessment process - our recruitment decisions are based on selecting the best person for the job.

 

 

Vacancy Description
Nov 2023
 

North Yorkshire Police are introducing a new entry route into Policing! From April 2024 Student Officers will be able to join via our Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP).

 

At North Yorkshire Police we welcome applicants from all background, cultures and experiences and we therefore now offer three entry routes to join as a Police Constable. All our entry routes will ensure of Officers are equip with the right skills for modern policing challenges.

 

What is the Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP)?

Unlike some of our other Police Constable entry routes you will not require a degree to join, or study for a degree during training. You will undertake a 2-year training programme to ensure you have the right skills and experience to support the communities across North Yorkshire.

 

Why North Yorkshire Police?

At North Yorkshire you'll be part of a team where professionalism is valued. Our values of impartially, integrity and respect underpin the service to the public we provide. It's also a place where we recognise that different perspectives and different talents make for a stronger police service.

We’ll give you the training; the trust and the personal development to expand your career in any direction you choose. Starting a career in the police can be one of the best things you’ll ever do. You’ll be able to make a real difference in your community, reducing crimes and making people safer. But being a police officer isn’t for everyone – it’s one of the most challenging careers you can choose, being physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. 

Is it the right role for me?

You must be a person who thrives on challenges and be willing to work hard to learn the skills necessary for this demanding role. Being a Police Officer is a tough and unpredictable job, however incredibly rewarding with high levels of job satisfaction.

You should consider whether you can: 

  • Deal with the complex and sensitive cases, requiring clear reasoning and evidence gathering
  • Think on your feet – problem solving and responding to new challenges 
  • Develop new skills as data and technology become ever more important to policing 
  • Work well with colleagues as part of an effective team
  • Have great people skills, remaining calm and patient with members of the public, particularly in stressful or volatile situations
  • Handle traumatic situations and be able to communicate information sensitively 
  • Be decisive and use your police powers appropriately 
  • Give clear and accurate evidence in court 
  • Work shifts, nights, and weekends (including public holidays)   

Am I eligible to apply:

  • You must be aged 17 or over at the point of application and must be 18 by the time you are appointed.
  • You must possess a Level 2 Qualification in Maths and English Language (equivalent to GCSE grade A-C or Level 4 or above)
  • You must also possess a Level 3 qualification within the meaning of Section 3 of the Education and Skills Act 2008 or the equivalent experience.
  • Where an applicant does not hold a level 3 qualification, we will also consider training or work experience, whether undertaken in or outside England and Wales, which is considered to be equivalent to a level 3 qualification.
  • You should hold a full, valid manual EU/UK driving licence. You will have held this license for at least 6 months prior to starting.  
  • You must pass the police security vetting clearances. Honesty is of the highest importance in policing. If you have a criminal record, this doesn’t mean you won’t be considered. This depends on the nature of your conviction and circumstances will be considered on an individual basis.
  • You must meet our attendance standards, be able to pass the job-related fitness test (bleep test), undertake medical screening and meet the https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/circular-0072019-eyesight-standards-police-recruitment/determinations-of-the-secretary-of-state-under-the-police-regulations-200
  • Successful candidates must serve wherever required to do so within North Yorkshire, please consider travel distance prior to submitting your application.

What training will I receive?

 

The Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) is a two-year training programme. The training will be conducted by our experienced colleagues at NYP and will be blend of classroom and practical on-the-job learning.

 

After a number of weeks, you’ll reach independent patrol status and when you finish your training you’ll be allocated a location for the remainder of the 2 year programme.

 

What are the benefits?

 

Working as a Police Officer is a genuinely rewarding career – not just for the satisfaction you get from helping to make our communities safer, but for the pay and benefits you’ll receive too.

  • You’ll be a police officer from your first day on the job. You’ll receive exceptional training to ensure you can perform effectively in your role as a Constable
  • A starting salary of £28,551. As your policing career progresses so does your salary!
  • Inclusion in the Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Access to Staff support networks
  • Discounts at major high street stores, retail outlets, food establishments and other organisations nationwide
  • Access to Health & Wellbeing support 

 

We, at North Yorkshire Police value difference. We have a positive action team who are dedicated to supporting you through your application and beyond. If you feel you need any reasonable adjustments to help reach your potential, please contact our Positive Action Team positiveaction@northyorkshire.police.uk

 

 

Application Process Timeline


12pm, Monday 13th November - Online familiarisation event to learn more about the role, recruitment process, training and your apprenticeship. Register here

12pm, Friday 17th November - Underrepresented groups Online familiarisation event to learn more about the role, recruitment process and training. Click here to register.

9am - 13th December 2023 - EXTENDED Closing date for applications

Course dates (start dates) will be throughout 2024.

 

 

To access more information from the College of Policing website on the assessment process please visit: https://www.college.police.uk/career-learning/joining-police/online-assessment-process

 

Additional Information

 

This application is for the Police Constable Entry Programme only.  If you already have a degree, our Degree Holder Entry Programme may be an option for you (DHEP) or would prefer to earn while you learn and gain a degree you may wish to join via the Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship programme (PCDA). Please sign up for vacancy alerts to be notified when we are next live for DHEP and PCDA.  For more information on the various entry routes please visit Police constable entry routes | College of Policing

It is our aim to keep you updated throughout each stage of the recruitment process via the online application centre, so please ensure you keep checking this on a regular basis.

Please note: You can apply directly to more than one police force at a time for the position of police constable. You can only sit one assessment centre within a three-month period, but this should not prevent you from entering applications with more than one force should you wish.

 

We are committed to equal employment opportunities and preventing discrimination at all stages of the assessment process - our recruitment decisions are based on selecting the best person for the job.