Specials

So as some of you may or may not know I recently had my assessment for Sussex Police specials, well the other day I received my letter and unfortunately I PASSED :D yay , I was shaking opening the letter, but it's all good news just got to send some medical forms off and hopefully I will be good to go!

Hi Everyone. Sorry for this silly question I have my assessment and fitness test coming up and i just wondered how i was expected to dress for these as the information i have been given doesnt mention anything. Would it be acceptable to turn up in my everyday clothes or should i wear shirt and tie? Thanks.

I posted in the Northumbria section of the forum hoping someone might know the specific criteria for NorPol in particular but figured I'm likely to get a better overall response if I posted in the Recruitment section of the forum also. So in general, what do they consider to be reasonable extenuating circumstances? Also, I see from the NorPol website that it states you can still apply even if you are over the maximum number of sickness occurences for the previous three years as some might be discounted depending on the reasons given. What sickness can be discounted/for what reasons? I have emailed the NorPol recruitment and got an immediate response to assure me that …

Afternoon ladies and gentlemen, I've got my interview for the Norfolk specials coming up September 12th, and obviously with all the effort I've put in so far don't want to fall at the penultimate hurdle! In terms of prep I've researched the force a bit, their chief officers, and also found a lovely PDF from the home office with all the competencies and their positive/negative indicators. a) in regards to the competencies, should I be expecting questions along the lines of "describe a situation in which you demonstrated resilience", or are there just general questions which in answer I will have the opportunity to demonstrate that I am.. competent. Or am I completely on…

Hi Even though I felt I had messed the interview up as people will know I PASSED

Hi everyone, I did my assessment centre on the 23rd August and we were told that the last centre is on the 24th. As of that date they'll send the results out within 21 days. Just wondering from your experiences how long it actually took for you to find out?

Precluded Occupations for Met Police The followingoccupations are NOT eligible for appointment as a SpecialConstable: · Servingmembers of HM Armed Forces · Magistrates · Clerks tojustices and clerks to courts · Localparking attendants · Members ofprivate security organisations (whether directors, patrons or employees including security guards anddoor supervisors)* · Neighborhoodand Street Wardens and other uniformed Patrol Wardens · PrisonCustody Officers (Prison Officers are eligible but must obtain permission fromtheir Prison Governor before applying) · TrafficWardens and School Crossing Patrols…

Hello, Firstly, apologies if this question's been asked before, but I'm struggling to find an answer..... I'm considering applying to British Transport Police to join as a Special but I don't drive. I have epilepsy. This is controlled, and I haven't had seizures for some time, so it causes no issues that should cause me to fail the application process on medical criteria, but I've never had a Driving Licence. I was wondering firstly if there is any specific requirement as part of the selection process for candidates to be able to drive a police vehicle, and secondly, is this something that I should declare on an application. I assume that it is, but I'd be grateful for …

Hi all! Im currently worried about my vetting. I have passed all my other tests and just waiting for my vetting to clear. Basically what i am worried about is that i have a Written Warning on my employment file. What had happened was that I texted an client asking if she would to go for a drink and she complained about it. So thats why i got a written warning. Do you guys think this cause me to fail my vetting?

Hi all, I planned to join GMP specials back in 2009 when I sent my initial application form in and received some more info back. However, due to a change in personal circumstances I didn't ever complete the application as I wasn't able to commit enough time to the force. A couple of years later and I'd still love to get signed up, and am now in a position to give enough time to the job, however my questions are: Do you have to work shifts of a certain length? I finish work at 6pm so would have to start after this time. and Regular weekends are likely to be a problem due to my other commitments so is it likely to be ok for me to make my hours up during the week? I kn…

Have sent of my application for TVP. But I need to loose weight before fitness/medical I'm 23, 5ft11 and 18 stone. Does anyone have any tips for losing weight fast?

Hi all-- I have just been informed that I have a fitness test coming up. I was just wondering what sort of things to expect etc...? Is it extremely difficult, I have heard mixed reports about it. Any information is greatly appreciated! Thanks, John.

Part of this is force specific but part can be considered recruitment orrientated so mods may wish to move this. Firstly i have been accepted for the september intake, i have found out my attestation is the sunday of my Mod 2 weekend, but what i don't know is when do i get issued my kit and also after i have been attested there is still a first aid weekend to do but can i go out on my first shift before i have completed the first aid day? The second question is i have recently found out about the PLC (Police Law and Community) course, and im wondering how beneficial this would be for helping with an application to the regulars when they begin recruiting? Bearing …

Hello Again Does anyone know where i can get some top tips and info on Interviews got a interview coming up in September for the MET and i failed last time. Its different from the last time i did my application 2008 so i froze when i was asked these questions.

Surrey Police and Wiltshire Police are now recruiting for PCSOs