Special Constable/Overview

The MPS Special Constabulary is a force of volunteers who work with and offer support to regular Metropolitan Police Officers, providing a vital link with the people of London’s 32 Boroughs.

Afforded the same powers as regular officers and wearing the same uniform, Specials are everyday people who are prepared to give up at least eight hours of their spare time each fortnight to do something positive for themselves and their community.

As a Special you will be involved in all aspects of policing London, enjoying a variety of roles and carrying out such duties as:

• Foot and vehicle patrols
• Anti-Robbery initiatives
• Working in schools to talk about safety and crime
• Assisting in the event of accidents, fights and fires
• Road safety initiatives
• House-to-house enquiries
• Helping safeguard public safety and security at local or major events
• Presenting evidence in court
• ‘Hotspot’ operations to tackle underage drinking, criminal damage and nuisance/public disorder
• Offering crime prevention advice and promoting property marketing initiatives.

While you won’t be paid for your time, your travelling expenses will be covered and you will receive an allowance for refreshments bought while on duty. You will also receive your uniform, together with a further allowance for footwear.

In addition, your training and duties will provide you with a number of intangible personal rewards. Interesting experiences, new friends, additional skills, a sense of achievement – they all ensure that you benefit from your time as a Special as much as the community you serve.

Precluded Occupations
Please note there are a number of jobs that are considered incompatible with the role of a Special so to be sure that your current employment will not prevent your application from proceeding, please ensure you read the precluded occupations document before you start your application.

To begin your application, complete the Special Constables application form online.