Hampshire
& Isle of Wight
An inspiring place to live and work
Discover a Career in Policing Webinars
We’re excited to share details of our new ‘Discover a Career in Policing’ webinars:
These interactive online sessions are designed to provide a detailed insight into our Officer recruitment process, explain the different entry routes and training expectations,
and offer real-time question and answer sessions to make your recruitment more accessible, all from the comfort of your home.
Our next sessions are:
Monday 8th June 2026 – 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Wednesday 17th June 2026 – 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Wednesday 1st July 2026 – 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Monday 27th July 2026 – 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Visit our events page to explore upcoming webinars and learn more about our recruitment activities.
Join Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary – Where your career makes a difference
Policing in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight offers a truly unique and rewarding experience. With over two million residents across thriving cities like Portsmouth and Southampton, as well as picturesque rural communities, our region is one of the largest and most diverse policing areas in England and Wales. During the summer months, tourism adds even more vibrancy and challenge to our work.
We’re proud to maintain a strong neighbourhood policing model, with officers and staff deeply embedded in the communities they serve. But our reach goes far beyond the local. As home to the UK’s largest non-metropolitan joint specialist unit, we play a vital role in national events, from royal weddings to international commemorations – ensuring safety for both our residents and visiting dignitaries.
This is a place where your skills, background, and perspective truly matter. The scale and complexity of our work mean we offer career opportunities that go beyond what many other forces can provide. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your policing career to the next level, you’ll find challenge, variety, and purpose here.
We believe that looking after our people is essential to protecting the public. That’s why we invest in your wellbeing, development, and future , because when you thrive, so do the communities we serve.
Job Title: Special Constable – HC620088
Location: Isle of Wight
Contract: Volunteer
Hours: Minimum 16 hours per month
As a Special Constable, you will work closely with regular officers to police local communities. You would have the same powers and wear the same uniform as a regular police officer; be given proper training for the role and gain a thorough grounding in many aspects of police work, before you are expected to carry out any police duties. Being a Special Constable is a challenging and rewarding role and we are looking for people who can empathise with others and listen to their needs.
Being a Special Constable is a voluntary role. Special Constables are required to commit a minimum of 16 hours per month to Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, this equates to 192 hours per year. These hours are usually worked alongside a regular shift.
Some people join the Constabulary to be a career Special Constable and others join as it opens up opportunities to develop skills and experience needed to serve in other roles such as a police officer. Whatever your reason for joining you will be part of the policing family and a valued member of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary, an organisation that is committed to the wellbeing of all its officers, staff and volunteers.
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Hampshire & Isle of Wight
an inspiring place to live and work
Located on the south coast, with excellent transport links up and down the country, Hampshire is one of the best places to live and work, offering the perfect blend of rural and city living with so many activities, events and places to go.
Hampshire offers fascinating history and culture, boasting some of the best urban cities in the south of England, including Winchester, Southampton and Portsmouth. Associated with writers such as Jane Austen and historical figures such as Henry VIII, Hampshire is packed with heritage sites, from the classic and iconic Winchester Cathedral to the modern naval history at the Mary Rose Museum. If you prefer more contemporary entertainment, Hampshire offers a wide range, including festivals, theatrical performances and outdoor events.
Close by you’ll find miles of lovely coastline, with beaches, nature reserves and attractive seaside towns.
