Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Graduate

Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) Graduate

Why This Role Could Be Great for You

• Be a visible and approachable presence in your community
• Help make local neighbourhoods feel safer and more supported
• No two days are the same – you'll be out and about, meeting people, solving problems
• Make a real difference in people’s everyday lives, without being a full police constable

What You’ll Be Doing

• Patrolling your assigned area on foot, bike or in a vehicle
• Building positive relationships with the public, schools, businesses and local organisations
• Responding to concerns such as anti-social behaviour, minor offences and community disputes
• Gathering and sharing useful intelligence with police teams
• Supporting crime prevention initiatives and safety campaigns
• Offering reassurance to victims and vulnerable individuals
• Helping improve trust and confidence in the police by being approachable and community-focused

Training & Development

• Full initial training to prepare you for the role
• Learn communication skills, police procedures, community safety, and personal safety techniques
• Ongoing development, support and learning on the job
• Opportunities for career progression within the wider police force

Pay & Benefits

• Starting salary: £26,106 to £28,653 per year
• Additional earnings: You could earn around £4,800 extra per year depending on your shift pattern (includes weekend and unsocial hours enhancements)
• Annual leave: 24 days per year (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
• Pension scheme: Generous local government pension
• Other benefits:
  • Blue Light Card for discounts across shops, travel and leisure
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Access to gyms and sports clubs via Hampshire Police Leisure & Sport
  • Employee support services (counselling, wellbeing resources)
  • Opportunities for flexible working (where operationally possible)

What You’ll Need

• Minimum qualifications:
  • GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above in English and Maths (Level 2)
  • OR relevant experience that shows you have those basic skills
• IT literacy: Able to use basic programs like Word, Excel and email
• Work pattern flexibility: Willing and able to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays
• Right to work in the UK and ability to pass police vetting checks

It’s Helpful (But Not Essential) If You Have:

• A full UK driving licence
• Experience in a customer-facing or community-based role (e.g. volunteering, youth work, retail, etc.)
• Interest in public service, community safety, or problem solving

What Kind of Person You’d Be

• Friendly, confident and approachable
• A strong communicator — both listening and speaking
• Calm and professional under pressure
• Someone who enjoys being outdoors, working with the public, and building local relationships
• Responsible, trustworthy, and good at working independently or as part of a team

How to apply

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button. Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.