How to join West Yorkshire Police

Application stages

1. 1

   Application Form

   Submit your application form online when the recruitment window opens.

2. 2

   Eligibility Checks

   Your application form will be checked to make sure you have the required qualifications and eligibility to apply.

3. 3

   Initial Sift

   This consists of two exercises; a situational judgement test and a behavioural style questionnaire.

4. 4

   Online Assessment Centre

   This consists of three exercises; a competency based video interview, a written exercise and a briefing exercise.

5. 5

   Interview

   This will be a competency and values based face-to-face interview.

6. 6

   Fitness Test

   This includes a running ‘bleep test’. Applicants must pass level 5.4. This level of fitness will need to be maintained and will be tested regularly throughout your training and career.

7. 7

   Medical Assessment

   Medical assessments are required, further information is available on the page.

8. 8

   Security Vetting

   Check through the Security Vetting section for more information.