Police Constable

£13,569 per annum
A unique and challenging opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual, to

join the Royal St. Helena Police Service (RSHPS). The Royal St. Helena Police Service covers

both Ascension Island and St. Helena and, at full strength, consists of 34 officers. We are

seeking to recruit further Police Constables to support current Policing on both Saint Helena and

Ascension.

In line with the requirements of the Police Service Ordinance 1985, the post holder must

be under the age of 60 on the date of appointment.

Why join us?

Career Progression – Clear pathways for advancement within the Service, with

opportunities to specialise and take on supervisory roles.

Training & Development – Access to professional training, accredited courses, and

continuous development to help you grow in your policing career.

Salary Advancements – Competitive incremental pay structure as you gain experience

and qualifications.

Contact us for more information and a discussion
Enquiries: Mark Coombe
Telephone: 22626
Closing Date: 07/01/2026
Shortlisting Date: 12/01/2026
Interview Date: 19/01/2026

Benefits

Leave – 30 days leave per annum, plus public holidays

Pension – 15% pension contribution by SHG into approved

defined contribution pension scheme

Training and Development

Paid sickness absence

Leave: 30 days leave per annum plus public holidays
Pension: 15% pension contributed by SHG into approved defined contribution pension scheme
Perks: Training and Development

How to apply

To access job profiles and application forms online, visit www.sainthelena.gov.sh/government/vacancies Alternatively, these are available in paper format from Central Human Resources and Organisational Development at The Castle, Jamestown.

For further information, please contact the recruitment team on telephone number 22470 or via the email address below.
Applications should be submitted through the Director/Line Manager (where applicable) to the Human Resources Officer by email recruitment@sainthelena.gov.sh or paper copies delivered to the Human Resources Officer by the closing date.
To be considered for our vacancies, you must complete our application form. Please do not submit your CV

Disclaimer

The St Helena Public Service welcomes all applications from across our whole community, including our St Helenian diaspora wishing to return to St Helena. If you are a St Helenian currently living and working overseas, please contact us at recruitment@sainthelena.gov.sh to discuss how we can support you. SHG positively accepts applications from all members of the community, regardless of age, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief and will consider all applications on the basis of merit assessed against the role profile and person specification. All appointments are subject to the successful candidate providing satisfactory clearances, which include a medical check, vetting / DBS clearance and references. SHG reserves the right to have information provided on or with the application independently verified. Benefits are subject to change and may vary according to role.