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Transferee and Re-Joiner Police Inspector - Force Incident Manager
Start Your Journey with the British Transport Police (BTP)
Join a Team Where Your Voice and Values Matter
British Transport Police (BTP) have an exciting opportunity for a Police Inspector to join our Force Control Room Birmingham (FCRB) asForce Incident Manager.
BTP police and protect 10,000 miles of track and 3,000 railway stations every day – a network that is at the heart of Britain’s community, commerce and industry. Join us and you’ll be providing specialist policing to a unique community in a unique environment, dealing with rewarding challenges that you won’t find in any other Force.
The successful candidate will take up a critical operational post, providing an effective and efficient control and command function and ensuring incidents are managed effectively when assessing threat, harm and risk.
For more information, please download the role profile below.
Why Join BTP?
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.
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.
Initial Eligibility Criteria
- 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 2 years of leaving and have been substantive in rank
- Must have lived in the UK for the past 5 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
- We do not accept applications if you have been declined vetting at another Force within 2 years
Role Specific Eligibility Criteria
- Evidence of managing incidents utilising the National Decision Model
- Experience of managing people and Teams
- Strong negotiation skills and ability to influence at all levels
- Strong people management and team working skills
It is also desirable, but not essential, that candidates are already TFC qualified.
Key Dates
Closing Date: Friday 7th August
Anticipated start date: Autumn 2026
Want to Learn More?
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.