The British Transport Police are now recruiting Police Officers - Are you looking for a career where you can help people, challenge yourself and be part of a supportive, unique and specialist team?
“BTP truly is a unique police force with a real family feel. We care deeply about what we do; serving the public and supporting our people. Our work matters. If you want to make a real positive difference to millions of people using the network every day. BTP is the place for you!" – Chris Casey, Divisional Commander London & South East England
Become a Police Officer in the Heart of London
We are recruiting for Police Officers within Inner London. Locations will includes but not limited to; stations such as Kings Cross, Euston, Wembley, Croydon, Clapham Junction, West Ham, Waterloo, Stratford among others.
Please note: You are unable to specify a particular Inner London location, but your posting will be considered in alignment to where you live.
Is this the role for you?
As a Police Officer with the British Transport Police, you’ll play a vital role in protecting millions of passengers, staff, and the public. We offer one of the highest starting salaries for Police Constables across England and Wales, along with an excellent benefits package, professional development opportunities, and geographical flexibility.
This role includes a wide variety of duties – from tackling serious and organised crime to addressing graffiti, theft, and public reassurance. Your duties will include visible patrolling, responding to emergencies, conducting criminal investigations, gathering intelligence, and building trust with the communities we serve.
What you will get in return:
We do need to let you know that you will not be eligible to apply if:
What You’ll Bring
You don’t need prior policing experience - just the drive to make a difference and the confidence to handle a wide range of situations.
Key qualities include:
From day one, you’ll get the training and support you need to grow. Whether you’re interested in CID, Counter Terrorism, the Dog Unit, tackling County Lines, or another specialism, you’ll find real opportunities to develop. At BTP, career progression isn’t just encouraged - it’s expected.
Want to apply?
Applying is straightforward, with all applications completed online.
As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a Situational Judgement Test (SJT). If you do not pass the SJT, your application will not progress any further at this time. However, you are welcome to reapply in the future once the reapplication period allows.
We encourage you to attend a Q&A session before submitting your application, as it can help you better understand the role and recruitment process. However, attendance is not mandatory, and you can still apply without taking part. Details of all available sessions can be found on the BTP careers page, and the next upcoming session is available here: Q&A SESSION - BOOK HERE
Please note: this campaign is for new recruits only, transferees are not apply to apply via this route. If you wish to join the British Transport Police as a transferee, please apply via a transferee-specific advert once available.
Please be advised this campaign is for successful applicants to join our conditional offer pool. All successful candidates will remain in the pool and be considered for opportunities for period of 12 months, starting from the date you receive a conditional offer of employment.
We are committed to building a workforce where everyone feels they belong.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. Diversity strengthens our teams, improves our services and helps us better represent and support the communities we serve. We are proud to be an inclusive employer and strive to create a workplace that is fair, respectful and accessible to all. We actively work to challenge discrimination, remove barriers and ensure equity throughout our recruitment and employment practices. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or selection process, please let us know - we are happy to support you. Your talent, your potential, and your unique perspective matter here.
AI can be a useful tool to spark ideas or help you organise your thoughts, but when it comes to your application, we want to hear from you, not an algorithm. What truly stands out to us are genuine stories, personal insights and the experiences that have shaped who you are. Authenticity matters - it helps us understand your motivations, your strengths and how you’ll contribute to our team. So, use AI if it helps you get started, but let your own voice lead the way.
Closing Date : Midnight on Sunday 5th April 2026
Should we receive a high volume of applications, the campaign may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
Require any assistance?
If you have any questions or need support with your application, contact our friendly team at: RecruitmentTeam@btp.police.uk
Protect with Compassion. Serve with Pride. Join British Transport Police and help create a safer future.
