Police Officer

Police Officer
Permanent
Full Time
Constable
£30,039

After satisfactory completion of 1 years service as a constable, your salary will progress to £32,685

Job assessed against Competency and value framework (CVF) level 1 

Are you ready for a job like no other?


A job where you’ll uphold the law and keep the people, places, and communities of Scotland safe from harm.

Being a police officer will be the most challenging job you’ve ever done, but it’ll also be the most rewarding.

The job is not just about upholding the law and catching criminals, it’s also about supporting communities by building trust, respect, and positive relationships. It can be physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding, but you will be there to make a difference to those who need it most.

Compassion and resilience are the skills you’ll need to become a successful police officer and we will ensure that you are fully trained and supported to meet the challenges of policing.

We are looking for recruits of all ages and backgrounds, but you do have to be physically fit, hold a valid driving licence and be 18 years old or over. You can apply at 17½ years of age but if successful, will not be appointed until you are 18 years old.

Before you apply:

Please consider if you are fit and mentally prepared to start the application process.

Read the attached role profile document.

Make yourself aware of the police officer selection process

Make yourself aware of the application form questions.

Make yourself aware of the Competency and value framework (CVF) level 1 

Some of the benefits:

-Police Constable salary £30,039 – £48,237

-High quality training and development opportunities

-Excellent wellbeing support and employee assistance

-Discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network

You should  have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years immediately prior to application for this role.