Welcome to Lancashire Constabulary Careers
We believe in individuality, diversity, and initiative – people who can be counted on – not simply counted. We are looking for individuals who can fill the ranks of Lancashire’s finest staff and officers, who will help us serve one of the most diverse, demanding and interesting regions this country has to offer.
We offer great benefits, proper training, the full commitment of our impressive resources, a career for life, and most importantly roles that truly make a difference.
Find out if a career with us is just the change you’re looking for.
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Why choose Lancashire?
There are 43 police forces in the UK, So why choose us? Lancashire is much more than a career choice - it’s a lifestyle choice. Discover why.
Superintendent
Lancashire Constabulary is looking to recruit numerous Superintendents across both Detective and Uniformed portfolios. Applications are invited from substantive Chief Inspectors for promotion to the rank of Superintendent and substantive Superintendents looking for a lateral move to Lancashire Constabulary.
Here at Lancashire Constabulary, we are truly victim focused and have high performance expectations. We have a genuine commitment to health, well-being, diversity, equality and inclusion. We are looking for candidates who share our passion for these areas and would encourage those to apply.
We are looking for candidates who have substantial experience of leading teams to deliver an outstanding policing service to the public, along with high levels of operational credibility with the drive to lead the Constabulary’s responses to policing challenges.
Job type: Full time
Location: Forcewide
Salary: Basic Rate – £84,177 – £99,015
Control Room Operator
Lancashire Constabulary is seeking Police Control Room Operators (PCROs) to join the contact management team.
As a PCRO, you’re often the very first point of contact for people reaching out to the police. You’ll handle 999 emergency and 101 non‑emergency calls, assessing risk, threat and vulnerability to make sure incidents get the right response.
The role can be intense, and situations can change in seconds, but that’s what makes it so meaningful. No shift is ever the same, and your actions can directly impact someone who is vulnerable or distressed.
Job type: Part time
Location: Hutton Headquarters
Salary: Basic Rate – £22,358.22 – £28,100.07 / Once working full shifts & weekends – £29,986.05 – £37,686.81
Special Constable
Becoming a Special Constable is your chance to step into a unique volunteering role that makes a genuine impact. You’ll gain invaluable life skills, receive professional training, and play an important part in keeping Lancashire safe — all while growing personally and professionally.
As a Special Constable, you’ll receive full training, a uniform, out‑of‑pocket expenses, and you’ll hold the same powers and authority as regular police officers.
Applicants must beminimum of 17 at the time of applying and 18 or over at the time of appointment. You must hold a GCSE at Grade C or above (or equivalent) English Language.
Job type: Part time voluntary,
Time commitment: 4 hours (minimum per week)
Location: Forcewide