Staff apprenticeships
Apprenticeships can support your career development and help you gain new skills and qualifications. Find out what type of apprenticeships we offer and how to register your interest.
Whether you are leaving school, college, or looking for a new direction, our apprenticeships could be the perfect start.
We are building a talent pool for future apprenticeship opportunities across a variety of entry level career pathways.
No extensive experience needed. Just enthusiasm, commitment and a willingness to learn. With our apprenticeships you will:
- gain qualifications
- earn a salary
- learn on the job
- build your future
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and welcome expressions of interest from people of all backgrounds. Your skills, passion, perspective and lived experience can help us build stronger services for our communities.
Types of apprenticeships
Whether you are starting your career or looking to develop new skills, our apprenticeship programmes offer opportunities across a wide range of professions and industries.
You could find apprenticeships in areas such as:
- Business administration
- Customer service
- Data and analytics
- Digital and technology
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Public services
- Technical and skilled trades
To read about the type of work in these departments or areas, visit our police staff page.
We are continually expanding our apprenticeship offer, so new opportunities may be added over time. If your choice of profession is not listed, we would still love to hear from you. Register your details and let us know the alternative type of apprenticeship you would like to pursue, and we will use this feedback to help shape future opportunities.
Who can start an apprenticeship?
To be eligible for an apprenticeship, you must:
- be aged 16 or over
- you can apply when aged 15, but must be 16 by the end of your final year of secondary school (31 August)
- live in England
- not already be in full-time education
- be a British citizen, an EU/EEA citizen, a Commonwealth citizen, or have indefinite leave to remain in the UK
- have lived in the UK continuously for the last three years prior to applying
Why work for us?
Join us for a rewarding career that makes a positive impact on your community. We offer flexible working and a range of workplace benefits.
We aim to provide an environment which encourages our employees. We invest in our people, and we strive to provide opportunities for our employees to learn, grow and thrive. At the heart of everything we do are our organisational values of caring, inclusivity, courage and learning.
Find out more on our why work for us page.
Need support?
Whether you are leaving education, looking for a new direction, returning to work, or taking your first step into a professional career, your unique perspective and experiences are valued. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
If you are unsure where to begin, email our dedicated Talent Acquisition team who can answer your query.
Reasonable adjustments
If you are neurodivergent, have a disability or long-term health condition, you are welcome to request reasonable adjustments. We are here to fully support you through recruitment and ensure you thrive in the workplace.
Read about the types of adjustments we offer, why they might be helpful and how to request them.
Our Outreach Team
We recognise that talented people come from many different backgrounds and life experiences.
We particularly encourage applications from people who are currently underrepresented in our workforce, including candidates from ethnically diverse communities, individuals with a disability, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds.
If you identify as being from an under‑represented community our Outreach Team can guide and assist you through the recruitment process. Read how we can support you.
Register your interest
If you meet the eligibility criteria and would like to be notified about future police staff apprenticeship opportunities, complete the form below to register your interest.
We will use the information you provide to keep you informed about relevant apprenticeship programmes, vacancies, and upcoming opportunities. Registering your interest does not guarantee a place on an apprenticeship programme or progression to a formal application process.
We particularly encourage applications from individuals from Black heritage and other ethnically diverse backgrounds, who are currently under-represented within our organisation.
Alternative routes into policing and frontline services
For police officer opportunities, including Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) and Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA), refer to police officer page.
For all other opportunities, refer to the Jobs and volunteering section on our website.