Armed Response Vehicle Officers - Transferee current & future opportunities
Rank: Police Constable
Department: Firearms Support Unit (Operations Support)
Location: Based at Tadcaster or Thirsk
Shift Pattern: 4 on 4 off - 12 hours - 2 x 7am-7pm (days) & 2 x 7pm-7am (nights)
Training : Dedicated training weeks every 10 weeks with your team.
Job description: Armed Response Vehicle Officer - JD.pdf
Are you a current Armed Response Vehicle Officer in a UK Home Office Police Force?
If so, this is your opportunity to pursue a career in North Yorkshire Police on our Firearms Support Unit.
We are now actively seeking applications from qualified ARV Officers with a diverse range of backgrounds, experience and knowledge base to join the North Yorkshire Police.
The locations of the postings are Tadcaster Police Station and Thirsk Police Station. The posts operate under the Operations Support Directorate.
About North Yorkshire
As one of the largest single county forces in England, North Yorkshire has a diverse mix of rural and urban policing environments which provides a wide range of career opportunities, specialist posts, career development and promotion prospects.
From dramatic coastlines and breathtaking countryside to thriving towns and the historic City of York, our region offers an exceptional quality of life alongside a diverse and rewarding policing environment. This is without doubt one of the best places you could choose to live and work.
Whether you’re aiming to develop your career, move closer to family and friends, or take on a fresh challenge, we have the opportunity you are looking for.
What we are looking for:
To apply you need to be currently trained to the national standard and accredited as an ARV Officer, which means only Home Office Police Constables can apply.
Essential Criteria:
- Operationally and occupationally competent (online at the time of application) as Armed Response Vehicle Officer
- Can demonstrate knowledge of policies and guidelines relating to the police use of firearms
- Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills
- Advanced Driver including being currently an Initial Phase Pursuit Trained Officer.
Desirable Skills:
- Specialist Firearms Skill (Tactical Rifle, Close Protection, Working at Heights, Shotgun)
- Operational Firearms Commander
- Tactical Phase Pursuit Training
In addition, at the time of application submission candidates must be able to confirm;
- They are not subject to formal action plans for sickness/complaints/discipline or poor performance
- A Satisfactory rating, or above, was achieved on the last reporting year PDR
- All mandatory training is up to date (at the time of application).
What we can offer - Why Transfer to Our Firearms Support Unit?
- Working in both urban to rural areas.
- To police the largest geographical area in England
- Utilise ANPR to proactively deny criminals the use of the roads
- TPAC training
- A one team approach
- The chance to use a range of skills, applying them to everyday pro-active policing to support the whole force
- An excellent training environment
- Shift pattern 4 on 4 off
- Plenty of opportunities for specialisms
Some comments from our recent transferees below;
“The teams are so welcoming, and you instantly feel part of them everyone is so friendly”
“The training is excellent. The environment promoted from Firearms training is inclusive and positive. I really look forward to training”
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. A member of our team will contact you prior to your interview to ensure appropriate support is in place.
Conditions of Application
All applicants must be willing to undertake and commit to the following requirements, in order for their application to be considered and progressed throughout the recruitment process;
- Completion of detailed vetting and PSD checks
- Attendance and successful completion of a role specific selection assessment procedure.
- To be physically and medically able to pass all assessments, Including nationally agreed eyesight, hearing and fitness standards.
All applications will be subject to a paper sift, in line with the level 1 CVF framework - CoP - CVF 2024 and the current job description and requirements of the role. Candidates will be invited to interview upon being successfully short-listed. Successful candidates will be required to relocate at their own cost, if applicable.
Further Information
If you would like to discuss the roles in more detail, please contact;
Inspector Amy Blakeley within the Firearms Support Unit - amy.blakeley@northyorkshire.police.uk.
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. A member of our team will contact you prior to your interview to ensure appropriate support is in place.
While AI can support you with structure, spelling and grammar, your application must still reflect your own genuine skills, experience, and achievements, as our selection process checks for authenticity. It’s acceptable to use AI to help with clarity, research, interview preparation and structuring your real‑life examples, provided the information is accurate; however, it must not be used to exaggerate your abilities or generate false or AI‑written responses.
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.
If you are interested in applying for this opportunity, please submit an application form as soon as possible.
Closing date - 09:00 hours on Wednesday 5th August 2026.
Interview Planned - End of August / early September 2026
Good luck - We look forward to receiving your application!
