Whilst starting a new career is exciting, we know that you will always have questions throughout your employment.
Don’t worry, you will have access to many different support systems to help you settle in, and also to support you as you develop your career with us.
The Police Service of Northern Ireland also has in place the following internal Minority Support Networks which are open to police staff – Disability Support Network, Ethnic Minority Police Association, Women in Policing Association, Catholic Police Guild and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans Network.
These support networks offer advice and support, internal and external networking opportunities and mentoring to their members and aim to create a working environment where their members feel valued and respected.
In addition there are a number of Unions within the organisation which you may wish to join, such as NIPSA and UNITE.
Police Service of Northern Ireland Equal Opportunities Statement
NIPSA
Northern Ireland Public Service Alliance (NIPSA) is the biggest union in Northern Ireland and represents approx. 41,000 Public Servants from various departments and bodies.
In the Police Service of Northern Ireland, we have two seconded full-time Officers and an Office Administrator to NIPSA who work to secure the best terms and conditions for police staff. Our internal network consists of six local branches, with local reps to assist you. Additional benefits can be accessed as a member such as legal representation, a discount card, home and car insurance, training – to name but a few.