Job Introduction
Start Your Journey with the British Transport Police (BTP)
Join a Team Where Your Voice and Values Matter
British Transport Police (BTP) have an exciting opportunity for a Police Inspector to join our Disruption Tasking Team in Rugby.
BTP police and protect 10,000 miles of track and 3,000 railway stations every day – a network that is at the heart of Britain’s community, commerce and industry. Join us and you’ll be providing specialist policing to a unique community in a unique environment, dealing with rewarding challenges that you won’t find in any other Force.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a proactive, intelligence-led policing team focused on reducing disruption across the rail network. As a Police Inspector, you will oversee a dedicated Disruption Tasking Team, consisting of a Sergeant and Constables, delivering high-visibility patrols and targeted operations to prevent and respond to incidents that impact the safe and efficient running of the railway.
The team operates at the forefront of disruption policing, tackling issues such as trespass, missing persons, cable theft, infrastructure damage, suicidality, and persons in precarious positions (PIPP). Their approach combines visible policing with intelligence-led deployments, problem-solving, and partnership working to both deter offending and safeguard vulnerable individuals.
Officers within the team carry out high-visibility and occasional covert patrols, engage with communities and key stakeholders including schools, colleges, farmers, and industry partners, and utilise specialist capabilities such as drone deployments to support operational activity and protect life.
As the Inspector, your role is to develop, coordinate, and lead these operational activities, ensuring resources are deployed effectively and aligned to Force and Divisional priorities. You will be based at the Network Rail Rugby signalling centre where you will liaise with Network Rail control colleagues to facilitate a policing response for ongoing disruption incidents. Duties will involve early and late turn cover.
Why Join BTP?
At BTP, we champion modern, people-first policing. From safeguarding passengers to supporting vulnerable individuals and preventing crime, no two days are the same. Our officers are more than law enforcers; they are listeners, problem-solvers, and protectors of community trust.
We believe a supportive workplace is key to success. That’s why we offer:
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Flexible working arrangements wherever possible
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A strong focus on wellbeing, mental health support, and inclusive leadership
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Real opportunities to progress through diverse career pathways
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Family-friendly policies and a culture that understands life beyond work
Join a force where your ideas are welcomed, your development is prioritised, and your unique strengths are seen as assets.
Initial Eligibility Criteria
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Applicants must be a current or former officer from a Home Office Police Force, Police Scotland, or PSNI
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Transferees must be substantive in rank and have completed probation
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Re-joiners must apply within 5 years of leaving and have been substantive in rank
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Must have lived in the UK for the past 5 consecutive years
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No live misconduct warnings or performance issues
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Cannot be under current investigation by another force
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No active CCJs, unmanaged IVAs, or bankruptcy
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We do not accept applications from those dismissed from another force
Key Dates
Closing Date: Sunday 5th July
Anticipated start date: Autumn 2026
Want to Learn More?
Email us at [email protected] with any questions.
You’ve already made a difference. Come do it again with a team that values every part of who you are - apply now and help us keep Britain moving safely.
Inclusion and Diversity
We are committed to building a workforce where everyone feels they belong.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences. Diversity strengthens our teams, improves our services and helps us better represent and support the communities we serve.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and strive to create a workplace that is fair, respectful and accessible to all. We actively work to challenge discrimination, remove barriers and ensure equity throughout our recruitment and employment practices.
If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment or selection process, please let us know - we are happy to support you. Your talent, your potential, and your unique perspective matter here.
Use of AI
AI can be a useful tool to spark ideas or help you organise your thoughts, but when it comes to your application, we want to hear from you, not an algorithm. What truly stands out to us are genuine stories, personal insights and the experiences that have shaped who you are. Authenticity matters - it helps us understand your motivations, your strengths and how you’ll contribute to our team. So, use AI if it helps you get started, but let your own voice lead the way.
