Police Officer - Carlisle And Lancaster Carlisle And Lancaster, United Kingdom £32,472 Per Annum Full Time - Permanent Apply By 24 May, 2026 Posted On 24 April, 2026

British Transport Police

Carlisle, United Kingdom
Base: £32,472 py rising to £50,256 after 5 years; ...
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Full uk driving licence required
Strong communication skills essential
Ability to build trust with communities
** The British Transport Police is seeking new recruits for the position of Police Officer in Carlisle and Lancaster, offering a competitive salary and a supportive work environment. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to handle various situations while providing safety and reassurance to the community. **

Job Summary

  • British Transport Police is recruiting officers to serve and protect across the UK's rail network in Carlisle and Lancaster.
  • The role offers a starting salary of £32,472 rising to £50,256 after five years along with a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Candidates must have a full UK driving licence and demonstrate strong communication skills without prior policing experience being necessary.

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** The British Transport Police is seeking new recruits for the position of Police Officer in Carlisle and Lancaster, offering a competitive salary and a supportive work environment. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to handle various situations while providing safety and reassurance to the community. **

Salary

Base: £32,472 per annum rising to £50,256 after 5 years; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 25 days holiday, CARE pension, Oyster card, cycle-to-work scheme

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Full UK driving licence required
  • Strong communication skills essential
  • Ability to build trust with communities

Nice-to-have

  • Empathy and emotional resilience
  • Good judgement and problem-solving
  • Calm under pressure

Key Requirements

  • Full UK driving licence
  • Permanent right to live and work in the UK
  • Consistent residence in UK for past 3 years
  • No custodial sentences or recent dismissals from police forces

Work Rights

Must have permanent right to live and work in the UK

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