Our Recruitment Process
Find out more about our recruitment process from our timeline below.
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You send us your application
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We downselect and invite you to interview
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Interview
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You are successful at interview and receive a conditional offer
Security vetting forms an essential part of the recruitment process for any role. Your job offer will be subject to you passing these checks
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We send you vetting forms, health questionnaire and new starter forms
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You return completed vetting forms and ID
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We carry out vetting
Security vetting can take up to six months or longer
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Once vetting and medical checks are complete, we begin onboarding process
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You start your Counter Terrorism Policing career with us
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