We are seeking a committed and experienced Police Constable to join our Dog Unit through our transferee recruitment process.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to effective policing service by patrolling as directed working with a trained dog and providing high visibility policing. Respond appropriately to calls for assistance particularly in the areas of support and protection of other Officers, searching for people, property and/or substances and in the detention of offenders. To contribute to achieving the Forces vision, purpose and values.
Accreditation evidence, training and sickness record and latest PDR will need to be sent into recruitment@bch.police.uk to be reviewed alongside eligibility checks.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sergeant Jim Hoare, Police Dog Training Manager - jim.hoare@herts.police.uk
The Role
As a Police Constable – Dog Handler, you will work as part of a highly skilled Dog Unit deploying with a trained police dog to provide specialist operational support. You will respond to high‑risk incidents, assist with the protection of officers and the public, search for people, property and substances, and support the detention of offenders.
You will be personally responsible for the care, welfare, training and operational readiness of your police dog, maintaining professional standards in line with national policy and force expectations.
About Us
Our Dog Unit is widely recognised as one of the most progressive in the UK, providing specialist operational policing capabilities 24/7 to the communities of Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Hertfordshire.
You will work as part of a dedicated team of Handlers, reporting to an Operational Dog Sergeant. United by a shared commitment to provide excellence in specialist service provision. You will also be supported by motivated, innovative and professional Team of Instructors. The Dog Unit has operational deployment bases located at the respective headquarters across the BCH alliance. The Dog Training Centre is based at Hertfordshire Constabulary Headquarters.
Working Pattern
The successful candidate will normally work a 24/7 rotating shift pattern, including nights, weekends and public holidays. Flexibility is essential due to:
Spontaneous and tsked operational demand
Mutual aid commitments
Training and assessment requirements
The role is physically demanding and requires regular training activity
