Nottinghamshire Police

Do you want to make a real difference in your community? As a special constable, you’ll volunteer alongside regular officers to help keep people safe, prevent crime and build trust and confidence with our communities. Special constables come from all walks of life – whether you’re working full-time, studying, retired or looking for a new challenge, this is an exciting opportunity to do something truly meaningful. 🙌 Give back and support those who need it most 🚔 Experience real policing first-hand 💭 Develop valuable skills in leadership, communication and personal and public safety ➡️ Make a lasting impact in Nottinghamshire Find out more and apply today 🔗 https://orlo.uk/QoaaE

Congratulations to our newest recruits! 👏 On Friday we welcomed 14 new police constable degree apprentices to the force. It was a momentous occasion for our latest cohort of trainee officers, who proudly stood before Temporary Chief Constable Steve Cooper during their pass out parade. After completing 26 weeks of training, they are now prepared to join response teams throughout the county, where they will gain invaluable frontline policing experience before progressing in their careers. 👮 A big shoutout to all the families and friends who came to show their support despite the weather. Here's to our future officers!

Policing could be for you. Applications for our Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) are now open. This video is made up entirely of real body-worn footage captured by our officers, and shows a true insight into a career in policing. No two days will ever be the same. You'll support victims of domestic violence, tackle serious and organised crime, arrest thieves and violent offenders, all to protect the communities that you serve. If you're considering a career in policing, the PCEP is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your journey. This route is a two-year programme with an initial 24 weeks of training. The training includes a blended approach of both classroom based and practical on-the-job learning whilst being supported by experienced colleagues. Apply now to make a real difference in your community: https://orlo.uk/UZuoC Application closing date: 19 October 2025.

Another rehomed dog is beginning a new lease of life as a four-legged crime fighter. PD Chaos, a 12-month old Belgian Malinois-cross, was recruited earlier this year after he was offered to us by his previous owner. After initial assessment by our expert trainers, he was selected for enhanced training and paired with experienced handler PC Mark Hayward. Over the last 13 weeks the pair have been drilled in all the core disciplines of dogs policing – from searching for people and property to detaining criminal suspects. On Tuesday 9 September they completed a stringent series of tests overseen by an independent examiner, and are now licenced to protect and serve the public. PD Chaos, named by his previous owner, is the latest in a line of animals to be secured free-of-charge by our Dog Section. From rescue animals abandoned by their previous owners to unmanageable animals sourced directly from family homes, ten such dogs are now working with our officers. They include PD Seth, who has detained multiple criminal suspects over the last year, and PD Russo, a stray found wandering around the perimeter of Heathrow airport before he was rescued by a local charity. Sergeant Nicholas Dachtler said: “Working animals can be sourced in many ways, including from specialist breeders from around the country and even from Europe. “Sadly there is no guarantee that any dog will stand up to the rigours of police training, so it makes a lot of sense for us to identify dogs like this in need of a new lease of life. “When we travel to assess them we are looking for many of the things a normal owner would struggle to cope with – including a very high play drive and a strong desire to work. “Chaos had all the attributes we were looking for and – with the encouragement of an experienced handler – has performed well throughout his training. “I am hopeful he we will be a great addition to the wider team and look forward to watching his progress in the weeks and months ahead.”

📢 We're recruiting for a commercial and procurement lead! As a motivated and driven individual, you will set the direction for our procurement activities, ensuring we get the best value for money while staying compliant with regulations. You'll take on a range of diverse strategic projects offering both variety and challenge, and ensure best-practice when it comes to large-scale tenders, frameworks and quotations. You will need: • MCIPS qualification (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply) or equivalent experience • Strong knowledge and experience in procurement including public sector regulations and contract law • Experience leading and developing teams to achieve high performance • Project management skills (PRINCE2 or equivalent is a plus) The important bits: ⏰ Hours: 37 hours per week 📍 Location: Force headquarters 📅 Application closing date: 23/09/25 💼 Starting salary: £48,894 Apply here 🔗 https://orlo.uk/iz75I

“I’m really excited. I cannot wait to start my policing career and be the best detective I can possibly be.” Those are the words of Kate Clews who is part of a new cohort of trainee detectives. Having previously worked in a prison, the 23-year-old Criminology graduate said she couldn’t wait to start solving crimes having embarked on a new career in the police service. On Friday, Kate was among a new cohort of trainee detectives who took part in a passing out parade having completed their initial training at our purpose-built £18.5m facility in Sherwood Forest. Asked what motivated her to join the course, Kate said: “I’ve always had an interest in investigating crime and having an investigative mindset. It comes from watching TV shows when I was growing up, such as The Bill and more recently Trigger Point. “It’s looked really cool and that’s why I did a Criminology degree at university. From there I joined the prison service as a drug and alcohol rehabilitation worker, but I’d always wanted to be a detective so as soon as I saw the opportunity at Nottinghamshire Police I applied. “Supporting vulnerable people and helping communities is something I’m really passionate about so I can’t wait to get started.” With the passing out ceremony now completed, the cohort members will now join Response teams across the county to gain valuable policing experience before undertaking the next stage of their detective training. Kate, who is joining the Response team at West Bridgford, said she was thoroughly enjoying the learning programme, adding that it was teaching the cohort how to achieve positive outcomes for victims. She said: “The training’s been quite intense but the support you get here is incredible. I’ve really enjoyed it – the trainers and the staff have been amazing.” To read more, please visit: https://orlo.uk/Dj95e

Meet our newest recruit! A state-of-the-art robot is being put through its paces by our experienced firearms officers to test its ability to protect and serve our communities. This remotely operated, four-legged robot: - Detects and observes people even in the dark, thanks to its high-tech thermal imaging cameras - Helps us to accurately map entry and exit routes in dangerous situations by generating highly detailed 3D scans of interior spaces - Uses its unique wheeled feet to climb stairs, navigate rough terrain and operate silently, unlike the miniature drones we currently use Funded by the Home Office, the device will now be trialled over the next 12 weeks in a series of complex training scenarios, including armed sieges, hostage negotiations, and building searches. The results will be then be fed back to the Home Office, along with expert recommendations on how this technology could support front-line policing. If successful, the robot dog could be deployed in active service as early as 2026.

Seven new firearms officers have been welcomed to the ranks after completing the most challenging selection and training process in policing. Thirteen weeks ago, 12 pre-selected candidates began an arduous training regime to teach them the core skills and competencies required of an authorised firearms officer (AFO). That training includes weapons handling, enhanced first aid, building searches, vehicle stops and containment. It concludes with a challenging two-day exercise to test everything officers have learned. The successful candidates gathered with their families at Force HQ to be formally welcomed into their new role. Our armed police officers are on patrol 24 hours a day across the county and are able to respond quickly to the most serious incidents. New applicants must have already demonstrated several key skills and are put forward for training only after completing an initial selection process to identify necessary skills and competencies. As authorised firearms officers, they will be double crewed in marked and unmarked vehicles and may also be selected for enhanced training in things like close protection and covert operations. Superintendent Louise Clarke said: “Those officers who were successful in this round of recruitment have all proven themselves to have what it takes to carry live firearms in our communities. I am delighted for them and wish them every success in their new role. “Those who were unsuccessful are free to apply again, and have each returned to their roles as better and more experienced police officers than they were before they embarked on this process.” To find out more about a career in policing, visit 👉 https://orlo.uk/cukZT

Over two action-packed days (July 11 and 18), we welcomed 360 Year 5 pupils from eight Nottinghamshire primary schools for a visit to our HQ as part of our Mini Police programme. From meeting police dogs and sounding sirens 🐾🚨 to deploying stingers and uncovering their own fingerprint types 🕵️♂️🔍, the schoolchildren got hands-on with everything policing has to offer. They even tackled the bleep test, sat in off-road vehicles, toured our control room, and tried on our padded bite jackets. One of the highlights was a mock press conference where they took on the job of journalists during a mock press conference, and learned more about the force’s work to tackle antisocial behaviour and the role of the corporate communications team. The Mini Police programme is a nine-week journey packed with games, quizzes, discussions and real talk about the law, right vs wrong, and respect for others with the aim to foster closer relationships with young people by breaking down barriers and building trust 💬👮♀️ One primary school in Aspley said the visit had a “genuine impact” on their pupils and it was “clear that their perceptions of the police had shifted”. Thanks to all the schools who took part, we hope you enjoyed the day! 🙌

🐾 A dog named by his previous owners after a fictional criminal is now firmly on the right side of the law after completing his police training. We recruited PD Tuco, an 18-month-old Dutch Herder, after his previous owners decided they could no longer meet his needs. After excelling in early assessments, Tuco – named after fictional character from the TV show Breaking Bad – was selected for training with experienced handler PC Sam Hawker. During an intensive eight weeks of training, both dog and handler were drilled in all the core disciplines of dog policing – from tracking people and property to detaining suspects. After completing final licensing tests on Tuesday, 15 July 2025, the pair are now licensed to operate and will be heading out on patrol over the coming days. PC Hawker, who has been a dog handler for more than five years, said: “It’s fair to say that if we were starting from scratch, we’d not choose to name a dog after a fictional criminal, but it’s the name he came with and – more importantly – he’s an excellent dog. “He really enjoys the criminal work in chasing and detaining people and has also shown great development in his scent work. “ Referring to Tuco’s previous life, PC Hawker added: “These are dogs that want and need to be working all the time, so I am thrilled for Tuco that we’ve been able to take him on. “As I said to his previous owner, Tuco will now be doing exactly the kind of things we wants to do on a daily basis, and living exactly the kind of life he should be leading. “So, I am really excited about our future together as a team and am just really looking forward to getting started.” PC Hawker was previously licensed with Police Dog Loki who retired last year – but not before the pair achieved their best ever result together and uncovered a string of vital evidence that led to the conviction of a man for causing death by dangerous driving. Becoming a dog handler: Candidates for the dog handler course must have a minimum of two years of front-line policing experience. They must then attend a two-day assessment exercise where their affinity for dogs and other natural attributes are assessed by expert handlers. They must then come through a formal interview panel before going forward for training. If they haven’t already done so, successful applicants also have to pass an advanced driving course before they move onto the 13-week dog handling course. During the course of their partnership, dog and handler will regularly be reassessed to ensure they are meeting the high standards expected of them.