Job Description

Join a Team Where Your Voice and Values Matter

Are you a current or former Police Officer looking for a new challenge or a return to policing? British Transport Police (BTP) are recruiting a dedicated, community-focused officer to join us as uniformed Police Constables at both Motherwell and Glasgow in our D Division.

Make a Real Impact

At BTP, we champion modern, people-first policing. From safeguarding passengers to supporting vulnerable individuals and preventing crime, no two days are the same. Our officers are more than law enforcers; they are listeners, problem-solvers, and protectors of community trust.


This is a role where your empathy, communication skills, and emotional intelligence are every bit as valued as your operational experience.

Why Join BTP?

We believe a supportive workplace is key to success. That's why we offer:

Flexible working arrangements wherever possible A strong focus on wellbeing, mental health support, and inclusive leadership Real opportunities to progress through diverse career pathways Family-friendly policies and a culture that understands life beyond work

Join a force where your ideas are welcomed, your development is prioritised, and your unique strengths are seen as assets.

Ready to Apply?

The application process is simple:

Application Interview Conditional Offer Pre-employment Checks Formal Offer and Start Date

Download our Candidate Information Pack for full details.

Key Dates

Closing date: Sunday 26th October

Anticipated Start Date: February 2026 (4-week induction attendance required plus 1 week at Tulliallan but this might be extended on a case by case basis)

Locations Available

Please note we are only currently recruiting for vacancies at

Glasgow and Motherwell

.

Are You Eligible?

Applicants must be a current or former officer from a Home Office Police Force, Police Scotland, or PSNI Transferees must be substantive in rank and have completed probation Re-joiners must apply within 5 years of leaving and have been substantive in rank Must have lived in the UK for the past 3 consecutive years No live misconduct warnings or performance issues Cannot be under current investigation by another force No active CCJs, unmanaged IVAs, or bankruptcy We do not accept applications from those dismissed from another force

Applicants for our locations outside of Inner London must hold a full UK driving licence.

Want to Learn More?

Explore our On Patrol shadowing scheme to get a first-hand feel for the role or email us at recruitmentteam@btp.police.uk with any questions.

You've already made a difference. Come do it again with a team that values every part of who you are - apply now and help us keep Britain moving safely.