Police community support officer Review
at Northumbria Police
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Police Officer
Ponteland
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Training at Ponteland, covering key topics and developing skills to use operationally.
I will be at Berwick police station in a few weeks
I will be at Berwick police station in a few weeks
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The course is enjoyable and engaging.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
communication, adaptability, teamwork and problem solving
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Well organised, each topic is covered well and we are supported with anything we are unsure of or don't know.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
The staff have been supportive throughout my time so far.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
During the completion of the portfolio I am unsure how support will work due to us being operational.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Northumbria Police to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good career opportunities.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Northumbria Police?
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