Dorset New Recruit Police Officers

Police Officer Recruitment

We are accepting applications now for all four entry routes!

  • Application buddy to support you
  • Relocation package offered to all transferees
  • Military experience recognised instead of qualifications

Join our online awareness events

Learn more about all the entry routes, eligibility, initial application and the national sift and hear about the day in the life of a police officer.

Thursday 20th November 2025 - 17:30 - 18:30 - Register here




Positive Action Recruitment Support

We aim to build our workforce to reflect the rich diversity and complexities of our communities by attracting the best talent from the widest pool of people.

We are currently under-represented by women (in police constable, detective constable and special constable roles), people who are Black, Asian or of ethnic heritage, and people who are disabled or neurodiverse. If you fall within one of these under-represented groups, our Positive Action Team can provide support ahead of a recruitment process.

You can find out more and register for positive action support via the link below.

Click here to visit the Positive Action page


Who you will study with

We are working in partnership with The University of South Wales to deliver vocational workplace training that will enable you to be become a fully qualified Police Officer while actively supporting your community.

More information and the course handbook

Is policing right for you?

Take the national quiz to find out more about policing as a career and whether it is the right choice for you.                                                                                  

Take the quiz here



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