British Transport Police • London, UK
About this role
Start Your Next Chapter with British Transport Police
Are you a substantive Police Constable, or have you left policing within the last five years, and are now looking for a new challenge that allows you to share your experience, develop others, and influence the future of policing?
British Transport Police (BTP) is recruiting a Regional Trainer Police Constable to join our Learning and Development Team based at Ashfield House, London.
This is an opportunity to step into a role where your voice, values and experience truly matter.
Make a Real Impact
This is a pivotal role within BTP, supporting modern, people‑first policing by developing confident, skilled and ethically grounded officers and staff.
As a Regional Trainer, you will
Inspire others through high‑quality, engaging learning
Equip colleagues with the skills and confidence to perform at their best
Play a vital role in strengthening operational capability and public trust
Influence learning across your region and the wider force
You will join a supportive, forward‑thinking Learning and Development team where innovation is encouraged and your ideas can make a tangible difference.
Why Join BTP?
We believe a supportive workplace is key to success.
That’s why we offer
Flexible working arrangements where operationally possible
A strong focus on wellbeing, mental health support and inclusive leadership
Genuine opportunities to progress through diverse career pathways
Family‑friendly policies and a culture that recognises life beyond work
Join a force where your ideas are welcomed, your development is prioritised and your individual strengths are recognised as assets.
What You’ll Be Doing
Prepare and deliver high‑quality training as directed by the Regional Training Delivery Manager
Design and deliver training aligned with Area, Regional and Force‑wide learning priorities
Conduct delegate assessments in line with course objectives and learning outcomes
Evaluate training delivery to support continuous improvement
Support wider Learning and Development initiatives and projects
Maintain personal operational competence and qualifications
Participate in frontline duties when required (Police Officers only)
What You’ll Bring
Essential
Substantive in rank as a Police Constable
A recognised training qualification, or willingness to work towards one
An up‑to‑date mandatory training record (Police Officers only)
Experience in training delivery
Strong capability in training needs analysis, design and evaluation
Confident facilitation and presentation skills
A good understanding of Learning and Development best practice
Desirable
A1 Assessor qualification (or equivalent)
CTLLS or an equivalent nationally recognised teaching qualification
Experience in policing‑related operational roles or Learning and Development environments
Ready to Apply?
The application process is straightforward
Application
Interview (in person)
Conditional offer
Pre‑employment checks
Formal offer and start date
Further details are available in the Candidate Information Pack.
Key Dates
Expected start date
Summer or Autumn 2026
Are You Eligible?
Applicants must
Be a current or former Police Officer from a Home Office police force, Police Scotland or PSNI
Be substantive in rank and have completed probation (transferees)
Apply within five years of leaving policing and have been substantive in rank (re‑joiners)
Have lived in the UK for the past three consecutive years
Have no live misconduct warnings or performance issues
Not be under investigation by another force
Have no active CCJs, unmanaged IVAs or bankruptcy
Not have been dismissed from a police force
Want to Learn More?
You can explore our On Patrol shadowing scheme to gain first‑hand insight into the role, or contact the recruitment team if you have any questions.
Inclusion and Diversity
We are committed to building a workforce where everyone feels they belong.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. Diversity strengthens our teams, improves our services, and helps us better represent and support the communities we serve.
We strive to create a workplace that is fair, respectful and accessible to all. We actively challenge discrimination, remove barriers and promote equity throughout our recruitment and employment practices.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or selection process, please let us know. Your talent, potential and perspective matter here.
Use of AI
AI can be a helpful tool to organise thoughts or spark ideas. However, when it comes to your application, we want to hear your voice. What stands out are genuine experiences, personal insight and authentic motivation. Use AI if it helps you get started, but let your own words lead the way.
You have already made a difference. Come and do it again with a team that values every part of who you are.