Do you have the skills and passion to take on the most rewarding job you could ever do? Are you someone who wants to make a real difference? ? At North Yorkshire you'll be part of a team where professionalism is valued. Where our values of courage, compassion and inspiration underpin the service to the public we provide. It's also a place where we recognise that different perspectives and different talents make for a stronger police service. You must be a person who thrives on challenges and be willing to work hard to learn the skills necessary for this demanding role. Being a Police Officeris a tough and unpredictable job, however incrediblyrewarding with high levels of job satisfaction. Well give you the training; the trust and the personal development to expand your career in any direction you choose. Starting a career in the police can be one of the best things youll ever do. Youll be able to make a real difference in your community, reducing crimes and making people safer. But being a police officer isnt for everyone its one of the most challenging careers you can choose, being physically, mentally and emotionally demanding. You should consider whether you can: Deal with the complex and sensitive cases, requiring clear reasoning and evidence gathering Think on your feet problem solving and responding to new challenges Develop new skills as data and technology become ever more important to policing Work well with colleagues as part of an effective team Have great people skills, remaining calm and patient with members of the public, particularly in stressful or volatile situations Handle traumatic situations and be able to communicate information sensitively Be decisive and use your police powers appropriately Give clear and accurate evidence in court Work shifts, nights and weekends (including public holidays) Eligibility to apply: You must be aged 17 or over at the point of application and must be 18 by the time you are appointed. You must possess a Level 2 Qualification in Maths and English Language(equivalent to GCSE grade A-C or Level 4 or above) You must also possess a Level 3 qualification within the meaning of Section 3 of the Education and Skills Act 2008 or the equivalent experience. Where an applicant does not hold a level 3 qualification, we will also consider training or work experience, whether undertaken in or outside England and Wales, which is considered to be equivalent to a level 3 qualification. You should hold a full, valid manual EU/UK driving licence. You will have held this license for at least 6 months prior to starting. You must pass the police security vetting clearances. Honesty is of the highest importance in policing. If you have a criminal record, this doesnt mean you wont be considered. This depends on the nature of your conviction and circumstances will be considered on an individual basis. You must meet our attendance standards, be able to pass the job-related fitness test (bleep test), undertake medical screening Successful candidates must serve wherever required to do so within North Yorkshire, please consider travel distance prior to submitting your application. Benefits ? Working as a Police Officer is a genuinely rewarding career not just for the satisfaction you get from helping to make our communities safer, but for the pay and benefits youll receive too. ? Youll be a police officer from your first day on the job so you can earn while you learn throughout yourapprenticeship. Your training will involve both hand on training with academic study via the Open University. A starting salary of £29,907. As your policing career progresses so does your salary Inclusion in the Local Government Pension Scheme Access toStaff support networks Discounts at major high street stores, retail outlets, food establishments and other organisations nationwide Access to Health & Wellbeing support ADZN1_UKTJ