- JT - Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) July 2026 Intake

Starting Salary: £31,164 (rising to £50,256 after 7 years)
Location: Lancashire Constabulary HQ, Hutton (near Preston)

Lancashire Constabulary is opening its recruitment window for 2026! This is your chance to start a rewarding career in policing without the need for a degree – and without studying for one during training.

We’re looking for driven, passionate individuals who want to make a real difference in our communities. These are exciting times for Lancashire Constabulary, and we want outstanding candidates to join our frontline policing team.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary starting at £31,164 (rising to £50,256 after 7 years)
• A two-year training programme combining classroom learning and practical experience.
• Full support throughout your journey – whether you’re starting your career or changing paths.
• The opportunity to progress and seek promotion in the future.

About the Programme

The Police Constable Entry Programme is a non-degree route into uniformed policing. You’ll begin training at our HQ in Hutton, near Preston, before joining an operational policing team.

Training includes:

• Classroom-based and practical learning.
• Real-world policing duties from early in your career.

You’ll be fully supported every step of the way, applying new skills and knowledge to serve Lancashire’s diverse communities.

Why Join Us?

• Make a real impact on people’s lives.
• Be part of a team that values diversity and inclusion.
• Enjoy a secure, rewarding career with clear progression opportunities.

Entry Requirements

• Qualifications: 2 A-Levels / Level 3 equivalent and GCSE Maths and English Language (Grade 4/C) 
• Full UK Manual Driving License (at time of application)
• Experience Counts: If you’ve worked as a PCSO, Special Constable, Custody Detention Officer, or in our Control Room for 12+ months, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the academic criteria. (Please note, applicants must be out of their tenure period)

Our streamlined application process takes just 10–15 minutes – no complicated forms, just simple eligibility questions.

As a police officer your job will be to keep people safe and feeling safe as well as delivering a competent and compassionate service 24/7. It’s not all about crime, it’s also about helping people who are vulnerable and making their lives better.

In Lancashire we are working towards a workforce that better represents the communities we serve. This will ensure we are better able to respond to and meet the needs of our local communities and better understand all cultures and lifestyles. Therefore, we actively encourage applications from those communities currently under represented in our workforce.

Whilst we can post successful applicants anywhere in the county, where possible you will be posted within a reasonable distance from home.

Visit the Lancashire Constabulary Join Us page for full details and start your journey today.

Lancashire is a great place to work – why not come and join us?

IMPORTANT DATES:

National Sift – 19th January 2026 - 26th January 2026

On Line Assessment Centre (OAC) – 19th February 2026 - 26th February 2026

Interviews – 13th April 2026 - 22nd April 2026 (In person at Hutton HQ)

The intake date is the 20th July 2026 when you will commence your training

Please note the closing date for applications is 6th January 2026 @ 10:00am.

(If you have failed any part of a process in the last 3 months you are ineligible to apply)

(If you already have an application in another PC Recruitment process with Lancashire you are not able to apply for this intake)

May we take this opportunity to wish you the best of luck with your Student officer application form and we look forward to guiding you through the Recruitment process.