Join Defence and start Protecting with Purpose
Are you ready to protect with purpose? We are recruiting new officers to join our team, with opportunities available at various locations across the UK.
This advertisement is to attract a pool of candidates for potential future vacancies within the next 12-24 months. Whilst preferences will be noted and considered when we come to allocate courses, no station can be guaranteed and allocations will be based on business needs at the time of each intake.
Role type
Police Constable – Authorised Firearms Officer Counter Terrorism
Hours
40
Locations
Scotland
Faslane, HMNB Clyde
Coulport, RNAD Coulport
North West, England
Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
Central West, England
Raynesway, Derby
Central South, England
Aldermaston, Berkshire
Burghfield, Berkshire
South East, England
HMNB Portsmouth, Hampshire
South West, England
HMNB Devonport, Plymouth
Salary
£28,412 – £45,819
(annual incremental salary increase within seven years along with a number of other benefits)
Application process
Pre-Screening
All candidates must complete the mandatory pre-screening form below and register for a pre-application workshop before submitting their application.
Application pack
Download our application pack to take the first step towards your purpose-driven career with the Ministry of Defence Police.
Application submission period
Before an application can be submitted, you must complete the pre-screening form and attend the pre-application workshop.
All completed applications and supporting documentation must be emailed to MDP-Resourcing@mod.gov.uk
Applications will only be accepted between Monday 20th January – Sunday 2nd February 2025.
Any applications submitted outside of this timeframe will not be processed.
Job description
As an AFO CT with the Ministry of Defence Police (MDP), you’ll play a vital front-line role in safeguarding the UK’s defence and critical national infrastructure.
This is not a typical policing role – it’s an opportunity to specialise in counter-terrorism (CT) duties, armed security and protecting some of the nations most sensitive assets.
Every day, your work will have a direct impact on national security, requiring precision dedication and commitment.
Key accountabilities
- perform armed patrols and frontline response to incidents within the Defence estate,
- maintain firearms and fitness qualifications,
- engage with communities, victims and witnesses,
- gather intelligence, conduct investigations and manage evidence,
- apply problem solving and evidence-based policing methods.
Information Sessions
Curious about a career with the Ministry of Defence Police?
Join one of our information sessions below to learn more about MDP and our roles.
Take the first step towards protecting with purpose – register today!
Alternative access to the form.
Registration closes 23.45hrs on Sunday 5th January 2025.
Pre-Screening
The pre-screening form is your first step towards becoming a Ministry of Defence Police officer.
This mandatory assessment helps us determine your initial eligibility and ensures you meet our basic entry requirements before proceeding with your application.
When completing the form, you will also be required to register for a pre-application workshop, which is an essential part of our recruitment process.
You are required to attend the pre-application workshop before submitting your application.
Alternative access to the form.
Registration closes 23.45hrs on Sunday 12th January 2025.
*Please note that your application cannot progress until both the pre-screening form has been submitted and you have attended the workshop
