How can I find out more information on the Constabulary that I have chosen to apply for I have visited the website 'Could You?' I think research would help with my application - all help appreciated.
2006-12-07 07:14:59 · 18 answers · asked by Velvet Kitten 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
I am currently serving in the Forces but am due to finish in 2007 and wish to join the Police - help!
2006-12-07 07:24:08 · update #1
you cant just be a cop. you have to go get some schooling. were are you from? i am from america and i am going to a 4 year college to become a police officer. go get some training before you kill someone
2006-12-07 07:17:40 · answer #1 · answered by corypitzl 1 · 0⤊ 4⤋
Research into why you want to join the police is always a good idea, and you can guarantee that if and when you get an interview you will be asked "What have you done to research your ambition ?" I know because I ask it when I interview recruits.
Go to your local police station and make an appointment to meet the duty inspector, explain that you want to join the police and ask to do an attachment.
Explain that you want to see a variety of jobs not just fast driving on blue lights, get to see the boring paperwork and reporting less exciting stuff, this will go down a treat on an interview panel.
Get copies of your local policing plan and learn policing priorites in your area, like anti social vehicle use or what ever it is. An brush up on equal opportunities etc etc
No one expects a police officer to walk through the door, but someone needs to show potential and willingness to learn.
Good Luck
2006-12-08 00:31:46 · answer #2 · answered by rick_wenham 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A lot of people leaving the armed forces think that the police force is a natural progression, it is not. It is a great choice of career and there are lots of different opportunities in the police forces.
It is useful to have some experience of actually doing it. If you know any police officers talk to them, if not then writing to your local station and asking them for you to go out with some of their officers.
It is sad to think that anyone who asks this question get a load of answers saying "you have to be corrupt, racist, below average intelligence etc." Well, guess what actually it is the exact opposite of this and unfortunately your chosen career will bring you into contact with a load of idiots like this. There are some officers that are corrupt, but these get weeded out and these are national news. There are thousands of decent coppers on the street doing one of the hardest jobs in the world.
Good luck
2006-12-09 03:12:05 · answer #3 · answered by Paul D 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Each police force in the UK have their own website. It gives a lot of information about policing in that area. It will also tell you if they are recruiting. Many forces seem not to be at the moment due to a high backlog of applications waiting to be processed. It might also be a good idea to see if you can meet with some local officers and chat about the job.
Good luck.
2006-12-08 03:13:06 · answer #4 · answered by Michael B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Visit the Police station of your chosen area. They will be only to happy to offer you advice,and guide you in the right direction.
Physical / personal requirements
Candidates who have reached the age of 18 years may apply to become a police officer and can take up appointment on reaching the age of 18½.
There is no upper age limit for appointment, but bear in mind that the normal retirement age is 55 years and that new recruits are required to undertake a two-year probationary period. Applications will therefore be accepted up to the age of 51.
You must be a British citizen, an EC/EEA national or a Commonwealth citizen or foreign national with no restrictions on your stay in the United Kingdom.
There are no height restrictions.
You must have good unaided vision, not suffer from any morbid eye conditions or any condition liable to aggravation or reoccurrence. Additional information on vision requirements.
You must be physically fit. If you have a medical condition, it may make you unsuitable to carry out the duties required of all Police Officers.
Candidates must prepare themselves for a Job Related Fitness Test.
You must hold a full UK driving licence.
Criminal record
You must declare all cautions and convictions no matter how slight or how long ago they occurred, including all driving offences and fixed penalty notices. In addition, any contact with the military authorities on disciplinary matters, whether involving a court martial or not, must be declared. Failure to disclose any caution or conviction (whether spent or not) will result in rejection.
Police officers are in a privileged position with regard to access of information and could be considered potentially vulnerable to corruption. Applicants to the police service should not therefore be under pressure from undischarged debts or liabilities and should be able to manage loans and debts sensibly.
Applicants who have County Court Judgements that have been satisfied may be considered.
Applicants who have been registered as bankrupt but their bankruptcy debts have been discharged will only be considered after three years from discharge of the debt.
Applicants who have existing County Court Judgements outstanding against them or who have been registered bankrupt and their bankruptcy debts have not been discharged will NOT be considered.
Police Officers have to meet high expectations and you will have to adhere to certain criteria both within and outside your job.
Everyone who joins the Police as a regular Police Officer must first undergo a 2-year probationary period, where they will receive intense training in policing skills. This normally takes place at a specialist Police Training Centre.
Uniformed Patrol Officers
After a constable has completed their initial Police training they are assigned to a particular Division and a particular Police station within the force area, where the new constable will learn the practical skills that are required to be an effective police officer.
Probationary officers are normally assigned to a tutor constable who will help guide and teach the new officer how to deal with different situations and how to process the necessary paperwork.
Patrol officers are normally the first on the scene at incidents, which can include serious assaults, neighbour disputes, accidents, fires, sudden deaths or murders.
Patrol officers provide a 24-hour service and therefore the job entails working early, late and night shifts. The times can differ between forces, although they are generally similar to what is shown below.
Typical Shifts Worked
Early Shift: 7 AM to 3 PM
Late Shift: 3 PM to 11 PM
Night Shift: 11 PM to 7 AM
Patrol officers often do the initial crime investigation and the taking of statements for crimes, even serious crimes, although serious crimes may then be handed over to officers in the Criminal Investigation Department to investigate further.
Uniformed officers also assist with crowd control at football matches, parades and marches, searches, or door-to-door enquiries during large-scale investigations.
2006-12-07 10:09:50 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I just pass the police 1st test and am waiting to take the second test, I am from Philadelphia and you don't have to go to school to become a cop there just a high school diploma and be at lease 19 yrs of age and be in good shape. so look it up where you are from different things for different places.
2006-12-07 07:57:13 · answer #6 · answered by wenwen 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sad isn't it a reasonable question with the usual rubbish answers and Americans assuming that everyone on here comes from the good old USA.
from your question you are obviously in the UK ... to find out more about your preferred force first go to their own web site read their own claims then look up the home office site for the home office rating then check the audit commission and you will have a reasonable good picture of the force in question
good luck
2006-12-07 08:03:53 · answer #7 · answered by xj8jagman 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Contact the recruiting division of the department you wish to join.
2006-12-07 23:09:59 · answer #8 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check out a police academy, thats what my sis inlaw did.
took something like 1 to 2 years. I wish you luck.
Morgaine
2006-12-07 07:29:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local cop shop and volunteer. However be prepared to be crushed by the rush while 150 cops rush you to try to get you to sign on the dotted line and take the Queen's Shilling.
2006-12-07 10:35:21 · answer #10 · answered by Ghostrider 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Be careful what you wish for.....being a cop means you'll have to deal with people like collima444 all the time.
2006-12-07 07:27:23 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋