Description
As a Special Constable with West Midlands Police, you will play a vital role in keeping communities safe and delivering excellent service to the public.
You will have the same powers, equipment, and uniform as regular Police Officers but volunteer your time. No two shifts are the same; you could be making an arrest, supporting a domestic abuse victim, policing a major event, or responding to 999 calls.
This is a rewarding and challenging role that allows you to make a real difference, with opportunities to work across various teams, including:
- Response (emergency calls)
- Neighbourhood patrols
- Traffic policing
- Major events
Once trained, you can also complete attachments to specialist departments such as Homicide, Roads Policing, Forensics, and Birmingham Airport, as well as pursue promotion opportunities.
Commitment
- Training period: 10–15 weeks (mainly weekends, mix of face-to-face and online)
- Suggested volunteering: 2 shifts per month to maintain operational competence
Benefits Although Special Constables are volunteers and not salaried, they can claim out-of-pocket expenses and enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- A comprehensive training plan
- Paid travel expenses
- Opportunities for development and promotion
- Involvement in major policing events
- Attachments to specialist teams
- Access to an excellent benefits platform offering discounts on shopping, electronics, holidays, and more
Who can apply? You must have:
- Level 2 English (Grade C/4 or above)
Fitness, Medical & Vetting:
- Must meet the bleep test standard of 5.4.
- Must pass medical checks, which may include drug and fitness testing.
- Must pass our required vetting checks.
Residency & Nationality
- Lived in the UK for the past three years.
- Must be a British, Irish, or EEA national, or have the right to work in the UK without restrictions.