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Job Title: Trainee Police Officer 

Post requires candidate to be entitled for work: Yes 

Starting Salary:

Contract Type: Permanent 

Full time/Part Time: Full Time 

Advert Closing Date: 02/06/2026 

This is an exciting time to be looking to join the States of Jersey Police. The journey from student officer to a substantive police officer is demanding and rewarding. There is an extensive training and tutorship programme hosted locally on all aspects of policing in Jersey.

 

The training is challenging and includes learning important aspects of law, communications, engagement and personal safety skills and an introduction to the partner agencies with whom we work. You are also expected to pass a fitness tests along with regular examinations.

 

The States of Jersey Police is a busy force consisting of almost 330 police officers and support staff. We have a strong commitment to equity and diversity both within the organisation and in the service we provide. We aim to employ a representative workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

 

The closing date for applications is 2nd June 2026. The application process is then as follows:

 

  • Shortlisted candidates will have some initial vetting carried out
  • Following this, shortlisted candidates will be invited to take part in the Police Initial Recruitment fitness and written tests.
  • Following this, a further shortlist of candidates will then be invited to an Extended Assessment Day.
  • Successful candidates will then have formal vetting carried out
  • At this point successful candidates will be offered a contract as a trainee police officer with an official start date.

 

Please refer to our Recruitment brochure for more details : 2026Police Officer Recruitment Pack (Document (A4)).pdf

 

We are also hosting two open events at Police Headquarters for potential candidates to get more information on the role. Please refer to our Career Opportunities page for more details and how to enrol.

 

Please see link for Full Job Description - Trainee Police Constable Job Description

 

Please note that if you are a current States of Jersey Police employee you will need to apply using your personal device and use the ‘external’ application link from the website.

Jersey Public Service Careers

 

Across the Jersey Public Service, the scope of our work means our people enjoy a wide range of opportunities—working with recognised experts across teams, learning new skills, and developing their careers. We actively seek to recruit people from different backgrounds with diverse perspectives, creating a richer, more varied environment where you’re exposed to new ideas, new ways of thinking, and new opportunities to build an exciting and rewarding career.

 

To maintain the highest standards of public service, we have a rigorous screening process, to ensure candidates align with our values, skills, and professional requirements. This helps us create a trusted, capable workforce that can deliver excellence and safeguard our community.

 

Extraordinary, every day.

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