Join as a Police Officer

A career as a police officer is challenging and rewarding. Not everyone has what it takes. To be successful, you must have a genuine desire to make a difference, the courage to deal with difficult situations and an absolute commitment to serve all sections of society, irrespective of cultural or religious background.

In return for your commitment, West Mercia Police will provide the training you will need to develop a wide range of professional skills.

Find Out More

• Join us as a student officer
• Transfer from another force*

* Please note we are not currently accepting transferees or rejoiners and this section is for information only. Please check back regularly for updates - we will place details of how you can apply here when we begin accepting transferees or rejoiners again.

Police Pay and Benefits

As a police constable, you will be able to take advantage of a wide range of benefits. Police pay is reviewed annually - see our salary scales for more information.

Hours of Work

The normal working week is 40 hours on a shift basis. Shift patterns vary between divisions, days, nights and weekends. Shifts cover 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

All ranks below superintendent are entitled to two rest days a week and compensation if required to work over those two days. They are also entitled to leave or compensation in lieu of public holidays.

In certain circumstances, it is possible to work part-time and flexible hours. It may not be possible to work part-time or flexible hours during initial training.