Road Crime Unit - Constable - Internal & Transferee PC Opportunities
Police Constable - Road Crime Unit - Transferee & Internal applications.
Department – Specialist Operations
Rank – Constable
Multiple Current Vacancies - Holding List for 12 months
Location – Tadcaster Police Station
Contract - Permanent
Remuneration : Dependant on Rank – Conditions and Service Transfer across
Hours / Contract – 4 on 4 off (2 x days & 2 x lates - 12 hours)
Closing Date: 09:00am on Friday 6th February 2026.
Job description – To be Added soon.
North Yorkshire Police are pleased to announce that we are recruiting for current opportunities within the newly formed Road Crime Unit (RCU). We are accepting applications from Police Officers who are confirmed in rank and would like to be part of our team. We are also accepting transferee’s from other UK home office forces.
As a modern police force with the highest public confidence rating in the country we are looking for outstanding applicants from a wide range of diverse backgrounds and experience, who passionately share our force values and who can thrive in a truly inclusive environment, built on ensuring that every member of our team feel valued and included for who they are and what they bring to our Organisation.
Location
North Yorkshire is one of the most scenic counties in the UK, with over 6,000 miles of road network. The RCU plays a vital role in keeping these roads safe and free from criminal exploitation. Working closely with regional partners and national agencies, we deliver high-impact operations against serious organised crime, drugs supply, and other threats that use the road network.
North Yorkshire Police are strongly committed to tackling Serious and Organised Crime across our road network.
The Culture & Team
The foundation of North Yorkshire Police is its people. We aim to deliver an outstanding service to all our communities and value the ‘lived experience’ and diverse perspectives individuals bring to our teams. Within Specialist Operations we embed diversity, equity and inclusion in the DNA of our department, we pride ourselves on our team culture, ‘we are greater than the sum of our parts’.
- Do you embody our values?
- Do you bring something different?
- Ready for a new exciting challenge?
The Role
The Road Crime Unit is a proactive team targeting serious and organised criminality using the road network. The role supports force-wide objectives by disrupting criminal activity, targeting cross border and high-risk high harm offenders, and enhancing road safety, through specialist tactics and enhanced capabilities.
The postholder will be involved in operational deployments and have good knowledge of crime and the road crime process. Be willing to work across North Yorkshire and outside the force area. Have a strong team and work ethic and be flexible in their working processes.
Overall, successful candidates will be proactive and demonstrate a passion for pro-active policing, intelligence based policing, be able to work under their own initiative, be able to demonstrate sound investigative skills and work to high standards.
RCU officers are required to work collaboratively with both internal and external partners both inside and outside of North Yorkshire. You support force objectives including serious organised crime, violence against women and girls, cross border, rural crime and travelling criminality.
Skill & Experience
Essential Skills, Experience and Qualifications
- Completed probationary period and up-to-date Officer Safety Training
- Ability to work as part of a team and use own initiative
- Proven investigation and prioritisation skills
- Excellent communication (written and verbal)
- Previous experience in conducting investigations.
- Self-motivated and flexible.
Desirable Skills:
- Advanced driving, TPAC, and a solid knowledge of NYP road network and the surrounding forces.
- Traffic Law Course (Modules 1 & 2).
- Awareness of surveillance techniques and terminology.
- Willingness to act as tutor/mentor to new team members
N.B: Training will be given to officers in these above areas.
Selection & Assessment
The selection process will begin with an application form and then include both an interview & a role based skills assessment. Job related Fitness Test, Medical and Vetting Clearance.
Your Application
North Yorkshire Police is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or within your role, please declare this within your online application form. If you do this, a member of our team will contact you prior to your assessment and/or interview to ensure appropriate support is in place.
Safer Recruitment
North Yorkshire Police is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Safeguarding is a core part of our recruitment process, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All successful candidates will undergo a thorough recruitment process and must obtain satisfactory pre-employment clearances before commencing employment, including satisfactory Vetting or DBS checks, references, and a medical assessment, including absence history. Adherence to our safeguarding policies and procedures is essential.
How To Apply
As part of our selection process, we’ll assess your skills and experience against the requirements of the role. We therefore encourage you to take your time to tailor your application, ensuring your responses align with the job advert and role profile.
Please submit your application detailing what you have done to develop your knowledge of the road crime process, to be a Road Crime Unit - Police Officer?
Please include any transferable skills and experience you have that would enable you to be a competent Road Crime Unit - Policing Officer.
You may wish to include any evidence of promoting Road Safety, Traffic laws and pro-active policing tactics and knowledge.
Applications must be submitted before 09:00am on Friday 6th February 2026.
Conditions
Important Please read:
- Security Vetting to MV Level.
- Work in and out of Police Uniform
- The recruitment process will follow a set programme of application, paper sift, competency-based interview, conditional offer, vetting (including biometrics), medical checks, reference checks and fitness test.
- Confirmation of successful posting will be subject to all standard pre-employment checks, receipt of satisfactory sickness absence checks, reference and security vetting checks which meet the requirements.
- If successful and once posted passing the traffic law examination 1 and 2 is a mandatory requirement. Failure to do so with result in redeployment into another post.
Internal only
- It is your responsibility to inform your line manager and management team of your application. (Internal only)
- A suitability advanced driving assessment may be part of the process. If successful and appointed into the role you will be required to pass advanced driving qualifications. Failure to do so will result in redeployment into another role.
- Applicants are required to have successfully completed their probation by the closing date to be eligible to apply.
- Internal Applicants will be subject to the NYP officer moves policy and all moves go to the Strategic Workforce Board for a final decision. If your role is critical to that business area, you may only be released as and when your position can be filled and in agreement with your area Commander. This is to ensure business continuity and to protect front line policing in North Yorkshire.
- Applicants disciplinary and complaints records will be checked as part of the pre-sifting process.
External Only
- We only accept transferring officers from a UK Home Office Force.
- To apply you must be a fully qualified substantive Police Constable.
- North Yorkshire Police currently does not offer a relocation allowance/package.
Further details
To request further details or an informal chat, please contact RCU Inspector - Mark Earnshaw - mark.earnshaw@northyorkshire.police.uk
Further Information on transferring to NYP
See our website for more information - Transferring to North Yorkshire Police | North Yorkshire Police
Why Join Us?
Working for the emergency services is both meaningful and impactful. At North Yorkshire Police, we’re committed to helping colleagues reach their full potential in a fair, inclusive, and supportive environment. We value diverse perspectives and actively promote staff wellbeing so everyone can thrive. Please visit our website to learn more about our organisation.
We’re also proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and professional growth:
· Local Government Pension Scheme – secure and competitive retirement planning
· Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme – access to affordable vehicle leasing options (NHS Fleet Solution)
· Generous Annual Leave – 24 days rising to 30 with length of service, plus bank holidays
· Blue Light Discount – enjoy savings at major retailers and services
· Access to Trade Union Membership – opportunity to join UNISON
· Inclusion & Diversity Networks – connect with colleagues and contribute to a culture of belonging
· Health & Wellbeing Services – access to resources that support your physical and mental health
· Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money on bikes and accessories
· Civil Service Sports Club (CSSC) Membership – Access to discounted sports & leisure, activities.