Special Constable

Become a Special Constable: shape the future of County Durham & Darlington

Application deadline: Friday, 23 May 2025 at 5pm

Applications must be returned to policerecruiting@durham.police.uk

Are you poised to leave a lasting impact on your community? Joining the Special Constabulary isn't just a role - it's a commitment to enhance the fabric of local life in County Durham and Darlington.

Here's what you'll bring to the table as a Special Constable:

Equipped as a professional: As a Special Constable, you'll don the same uniform and exercise the same powers as your full-time counterparts. This equality in appearance and authority underscores the crucial role you play within our law enforcement framework.

Enhance community safety: Patrol your community, providing a reassuring presence that deters crime and boosts public confidence. Your proactive patrols play a critical role in sustaining a secure environment where local life can flourish.

Support for the vulnerable: In your travels, you’ll meet people at their most vulnerable. With your training, empathy, and resolve, you can offer much-needed support and guidance, truly embodying the role of a guardian in their time of need.

Foster trust and confidence: Be the face of reliability and trust at community events and through everyday interactions. Your commitment helps deepen the trust in our police services, bridging gaps and strengthening communal ties.

Conflict resolution: Use your skills in communication and de-escalation to prevent and resolve conflicts. Your interventions can transform potentially disruptive situations into peaceful outcomes, maintaining community harmony.

Educate and empower: Equip our residents with knowledge on crime prevention and community safety. Your insights empower our community with the tools to safeguard themselves and contribute to our collective security.

Every interaction counts

Your role as a Special Constable offers you a chance to make a real, positive difference. Each day, your efforts help to weave a tighter, more cohesive community fabric.