Transferee And Re-joiner Detective Constables - Birmingham Birmingham, United Kingdom Constable Rank Full Time - Permanent Apply By 25 April, 2026 Posted On 26 March, 2026

British Transport Police

Birmingham, United Kingdom
On-site
Pip 2 qualified detectives at constable rank
Current or former home office police force officer
Substantive in rank and completed probation
British Transport Police are recruiting PIP 2 qualified Detectives to join their Crime Investigation Department in Birmingham

Job Summary

  • British Transport Police are recruiting PIP 2 qualified Detectives to join their Crime Investigation Department in Birmingham.
  • Officers conduct proactive and reactive investigations into all crimes on the rail network while acting as a liaison for victims and witnesses.
  • The role offers flexible working arrangements, mental health support, and diverse career pathways within a supportive, people-first policing environment.

Matching Summary

British Transport Police are recruiting PIP 2 qualified Detectives to join their Crime Investigation Department in Birmingham.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PIP 2 qualified Detectives at Constable rank
  • Current or former Home Office Police Force officer
  • Substantive in rank and completed probation
  • UK driving licence for locations outside Inner London

Nice-to-have

  • Empathy and emotional intelligence
  • Strong communication skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Supportive workplace culture
  • Flexible working arrangements

Key Requirements

  • Must be current or former police officer from Home Office force, Scotland, or PSNI
  • Transferees must be substantive in rank and have completed probation
  • Re-joiners must apply within 5 years of leaving and hold substantive rank
  • Must have lived in the UK for past 3 consecutive years
  • No live misconduct warnings, performance issues, or active investigations
  • No active CCJs, unmanaged IVAs, or bankruptcy
  • Full UK driving licence required for non-Inner London locations

Work Rights

Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 consecutive years

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