From answering a 999 call… to enjoying a 99 ice cream on the beach. 🍦
That is the balance many people are looking for — meaningful work, a strong team around you, and a place you are proud to call home.
Dorset Police is welcoming applicants from every background, including career changers, military veterans, and those finishing their studies. If you are ready for a role where you can protect communities, build new skills, and grow with purpose, this could be your moment.
Why Dorset Police?
Policing is a career built on service, courage, and community. In Dorset, you will be part of a force that values people — both the public you serve and the colleagues you stand alongside.
Here is what makes the journey accessible and supported:
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Four entry routes to suit your experience and qualifications
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An application buddy to guide you through the process
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Relocation support for transferees
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No degree required to begin your policing journey
Who is it for?
If you have ever thought, “I want to do something that matters,” this is for you. Dorset Police is looking for people with real-world experience — problem-solvers, calm heads, team players, and community-minded individuals.
Whether you are changing careers, transitioning from the armed forces, or stepping into working life after study, you will find a route designed to help you succeed.
Take the next step
A good force. A great team. A county that gives you room to breathe.
Visit the Dorset Police careers site to explore your route in and start your application.
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