New Year, New Career ? Make 2026 the year to become a Police officer!

Good evening,

Hope this WMNow message finds you well!

New Year, New Career ? Make 2026 the year to become a Police officer!

If you’ve ever wanted a job that really matters - one where you go home knowing you’ve made a difference - policing could be the career you’ve been waiting for. And there’s never been a better time to join West Midlands Police.

Every day is different in policing. One minute you’re helping a vulnerable person find safety, the next you’re tracking down criminals and securing justice for victims. It’s challenging, but it’s also rewarding in ways few careers can match.

What’s in it for you?

You’ll start on a salary of around £31,000 a year and you could be earning over £50,000 within seven years with annual increments, and even more if you’re promoted.

Add overtime and allowances for shifts, and your earnings can grow even more. Plus, you’ll have one of the best pension schemes out there, giving you real security for the future.

You’ll also receive free travel on most regional trains, discounted bus passes, and even more discounts and deals on shopping, holidays, and entertainment through the Blue Light Card.

You’ll get access to wellbeing support, health benefits, and flexible schemes for things like car leasing and cycle-to-work.

You’ll be part of a team that protects nearly three million people across the West Midlands. You’ll stand up for fairness, help those in crisis, and make communities safer.

Every day, our officers make decisions that change lives, and in 2026, that could be you.

Entry routes

2026 is a big year for policing. We’re recruiting more officers than ever, and we’re looking for

 people from all walks of life - people who care, who can stay calm under pressure, and who want to make a difference.

If that sounds like you, this is your moment.

We know that everyone’s journey is different, which is why there are six entry routes to become a police officer. Whether you already have a degree, want to earn one while you train, or prefer to learn on the job, there’s a pathway that fits your ambitions and lifestyle.

You can study for a degree while you work on our Police Constable Degree Apprenticeship (PCDA), learn straight on the job as part of our Police Constable Entry Programme (PCEP) and join us with an existing degree on our Degree Holder Entry Programme (DHEP). Want to train as a detective? We have routes for you too.

So, what’s stopping you? A career with pride, stability, and endless opportunities is waiting. Apply now and make 2026 the year you change lives - including your own.

Interested? Start your journey here.

Kind regards

Steven