Are Police Scotland still recruiting?
Police Scotland prioritises applications for Police Officer entry based on resourcing demands. We remain particularly interested in receiving applications from candidates who are willing to be posted to our rural and remote locations in N Division – Highland and Islands and L Division – Argyll.
How much do police officers make Scotland?
In Scotland starting salaries are slightly higher at £26,737, rising to £41,578 after about ten years’ service. The range of salaries for sergeants is £43,965 to £46,227. Inspectors can earn between £52,698 and £57,162 (£56,496 in London), rising to between £58,332 and £60,732 for chief inspectors (£60,654 in London).
Is Police Scotland a good career?
Police Scotland is not a good place to work, not a good culture, morale totally at a low, and compared to what you see on the TV with English forces, Police Scotland do not come anywhere close. Bully boy tactics, rest days cancelled for court, operations etc with little notice, and it’s just tough if you had plans.
How much does a police sergeant earn in Scotland?
£47,009 per year
How much does a Police Sergeant at Police Scotland make? The typical Police Scotland Police Sergeant salary is £47,009 per year. Police Sergeant salaries at Police Scotland can range from £44,469 – £48,945 per year.
What is the fitness test for police Scotland?
The fitness test is based on a multi-stage shuttle run (MSSR) where you need to get to level 5.4 and a mile and a half run, which you must run under 18 minutes.
Do police Scotland get paid overtime?
Officer is rostered 0700 to1500 and is required without due notice to start at 0500. The two hours from 0500 to 0700 will be payable at overtime rates.
How many hours do police work Scotland?
40 hours a
Officers joining the Police Service of Scotland usually join working full time (40 hours a week). If an officer reduces their hours they can return to full time hours at any time within 2 months of notifying the Force, although this can be reduced to 1 month if there is a suitable vacancy available.
How much do detectives make UK?
Experienced staff in England, Wales and Northern Ireland earn between £43,965 and £46,277 as a sergeant, £52,698 and £57,162 as an inspector, £58,332 and £60,732 as a chief inspector, £70,173 to £82,881 as a superintendent and £86,970 to £91,749 as a chief superintendent.
Can you join police at 50?
You must be 18 or over when you apply to be a new Police Constable. The upper age limit is 57. This is three years less than the compulsory retirement age of 60 and allows for the two year probationary period and the expectation of a minimum of one year of service following probation.
What does it mean to work for Police Scotland?
Police staff play a vital role in the delivery of our police service and protecting the public. Working for Police Scotland doesn’t have to mean patrolling the streets. Just as important as our uniformed officers is our 5500-strong team of professional and support staff working behind the scenes.
How do I contact the police recruitment centre in Scotland?
Police staff recruitment – Contact the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] Police officer recruitment – Contact the Police officer recruitment team at [email protected]
What is the second largest police force in the UK?
It is the second largest force in the UK after the Metropolitan Police with a workforce of 23,000 officers and staff working together for the people of Scotland.
What benefits do we offer police staff?
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes: 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays on appointment Modern, spacious working environments If you are ready to apply and see the current opportunities for police staff please click on the links below. To view current vacancies for Police Staff click here.