Thank you for your interest in joining Dorset Police.
Our force covers a hugely diverse geographic area, from the Jurassic Coast World Heritage site, Chesil beach and many beautiful, sandy beaches, outstanding countryside and vibrant communities. Dorset is largely rural but hosts large urban areas of Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch, the fantastic county town of Dorchester and many towns and villages.
Recruitment is open
If you are currently serving or have previously served as a Special Constable, we would love to hear from you.
We also invite applicants with current or previous service as a Police Officer to join the Special Constabulary.
A Special Constable Transferee is someone who is currently serving as a Special Constable within another UK police force, who wishes to transfer to Dorset Police.
A Special Constable Re-Joiner is someone who has previously served as a Special Constable in a UK Police Force, who now wishes to re-join Dorset Police.
If you are currently serving and are planning to leave or have previously served as a Police Officer in a UK police force, we would like to hear from you regarding joining Dorset Police as a Special Constable.
How to apply
To apply to join Dorset Police via any of the above entry routes, please complete the attached application form and return it by email to DP-Uniformed Recruitment.
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.