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Do I have to hold a British passport?
The law states that you need to be a British citizen or a member of the EC/EEA.
Commonwealth citizens and foreign nationals who are resident in the UK free of restrictions
can also apply.
Will you apply for a working visa for me?
Unfortunately not. As a foreign national, you would need to already be resident
in the UK free of restrictions.
I have a student visa. Is this sufficient to apply?
Unfortunately the terms of your visa would not allow us to consider your application.
Am I ineligible if I have a criminal record?
Not necessarily. Depending on the nature of your conviction, it may still be possible
to apply successfully. Remember, any caution or conviction must be declared on your
application form. If you're not sure whether you're eligible contact our recruitment
team for advice.
Can I apply if I owe money?
It depends on the situation. You would need to supply us with evidence of your ability
to manage your debts successfully. If you have any outstanding county court judgements
or you are an undischarged bankrupt, then you are automatically ineligible.
Will I live and work in the same area?
If you live in Hertfordshire, you may well find yourself working close to home.
However, you may be in another part of the county altogether. Either way, you'll
find that your area will offer its own breadth of challenges.
Where will the training
take place?
The initial 14 week training period will take place at Stevenage and
Letchworth.
What length of probation will I have?
Probationary periods for police officers are two years and during this time you'll
receive classroom-based training and will be assessed in the workplace. For part-time
staff the probationary period will be extended based on the number of hours worked.
What are the hours like?
You'll be expected to work a rolling shift pattern that includes 'earlies' (early
mornings from 7am), 'lates' (late afternoon to late night, or through to early mornings
at the weekend) and ‘nights' (late night to morning). Each shift is around nine
to ten hours. It does take a while to get used to the hours and it is important
to maintain your personal fitness. You'll be able to apply for flexible working
if your shifts have a particularly negative impact on your work-life balance. And
Hertfordshire Constabulary will try to accommodate any requests for flexible working,
however it may not be possible in all cases.
Will I have to work on my own late at night?
You might work on your own at night, or you may be paired with someone else. But
whether you're dealing with a situation on your own or with another officer, additional
back-up is always close by and available within minutes.
How are different religions accommodated within the Force?
Alterations can be made to the uniform to accommodate religious requirements - for
example the helmet may be replaced with a Sikh turban. We also take into account
the needs of individuals with regards to time off and bank and public holidays.
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