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Special constable
Special constables are volunteer police officers - everyday people who in their spare time do something positive for themselves and their community.
- They have the same powers as regular police officers.
- They volunteer at least 16 hours a month.
- They make a real difference.
- They wear the same uniform as regular officers.
New constable
As a police officer with the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS), you will operate on the front line, supporting victims and witnesses, providing reassurance and instilling confidence.
Presently we are not accepting new applications for police constables.
You may wish to gain valuable police officer experience and skills in the voluntary role of special constable.
Find out more about being a Special
Experienced officer
Please note, we are unable to accept speculative applications, we would therefore advise that all application forms must be submitted in direct response to an advert or event. View our list of current vacancies to see if there's anything there for you.
- Earn more than £6k on top of national rates of pay.
- Experience the unique challenges of policing London.
- Choose from hundreds of potential career paths.
Police staff
There are over 14,000 members of police staff, carrying out 200+ different roles - from entry level positions to senior management - and providing the organisational capability we need to deliver an effective police service.
- They enjoy excellent opportunities for career progression.
- They get the support and training they need to achieve their development goals.
Police Community Support Officer (PCSO)
PCSOs are key to how we engage London's communities. Building bridges with the public, they are a reassuring presence, deterring crime and making a visible difference to people's lives.
- They focus on the needs of the community.
- They interact and engage with the public.
- They help create safer neighbourhoods.
- They earn up to £26k a year.
Due to the success of our recent recruitment campaign there is currently a pause in PCSO recruitment. Please check this site regularly for details of when we will be recruiting in the future.
Met Volunteer Programme
The Met Volunteer Programme (MVP) gives volunteers the opportunity to support the MPS in making London the safest major city in the world.
- Met Volunteers lend their skills and free time.
- They volunteer in the borough that they also live or work in.
- By giving back to their community, they also gain valuable experience.
Access to the MPS courses
The Met Careers Team has teamed up with five London-based colleges together with one college in Essex to provide this course for people who are interested in the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) but who are concerned that they might not have some of the basic skills required.
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