Recruitment Events

Thames Valley Police (TVP) hosts recruitment events throughout the year. Offering an excellent opportunity to explore the career opportunities available within our force, our TVP recruitment events allow you to meet our colleagues and learn about their roles.

Whether you aspire to become a police officer or are interested in other roles within the force, our events provide a comprehensive look at what we offer, catering to a wide range of audiences, from recent school leavers to those considering a complete career change.

Upcoming Events

Be the Difference - Volunteering Event, Oxford 18 January 2026

Location: Conference Room, Thames Valley Police HQ South, Kidlington

Time and date: Sunday 18 January, 2026: 11am – 2pm

SAVE THE DATE!

Please join us on Sunday 18 January at our Kidlington Headquarters (South) to learn more about our volunteering roles at Thames Valley Police. More information to follow.

Recruitment and Volunteering Event, Slough - 21 February 2026

Location: Meeting Room 1 & 2, The Curve, Slough

Time and date: Saturday 21 February, 2026: 9:30am – 2:30pm

We’re excited to invite you to The Curve for our Recruitment and Volunteering Event, where you can meet a host of our police officers, police staff, and police volunteers.

Whether you’re curious about a career in policing, interested in joining as police staff, or looking to volunteer your time to support your community, this is a great opportunity to learn more and ask questions.

Come and chat with our team about how you can get involved, we’d love to meet you!

Recruitment and Volunteering Event, Sulhamstead - 7th March 2026

Location: Holdsworth Hall, Thames Valley Police Training Centre, Sulhamstead, Reading RG7 4DX

Time and date: Saturday 7 March, 2026: 10am – 2pm

Join us at Sulhamstead, our police training grounds! Meet our officers, staff, and volunteers, and explore careers, support roles, and volunteering opportunities.

Plus, take a tour of the Force Museum, open to the public, where you can dive into TVPs history and even pick up unique items from the museum shop.

Recruitment and Volunteering Event, High Wycombe - 25th April 2026

Location: The Oak Room, Wycombe Swan Theatre, High Street, High Wycombe, HP11 2PX

Time and date: Saturday 25 April, 2026: 10am – 2pm

Come and chat with our police officers, staff, and volunteers – they’ll share their experiences and answer your questions.

Whether you’re considering a policing career, joining our support teams, or exploring volunteering, this is a great chance to learn more in a friendly, informal setting.

Recruitment and Volunteering Event, Oxford - 16 May 2026

Location: Saïd Business School, Park End Street, Oxford, OX1 1HP

Time and date: Saturday 16 May, 2026: 10am – 2pm

We’re thrilled to be heading to Saïd Business School in Oxford for our Recruitment and Volunteering Event!

Come along and meet a fantastic mix of our police officers, police staff, and volunteers—they’ll be on hand to share their experiences and answer your questions about working with us.

Whether you’re exploring a career in policing, thinking about joining our support teams, or curious about volunteering opportunities, this is your chance to find out more in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Recruitment and Volunteering Event, Sulhamstead - 19th September 2026

Location: Holdsworth Hall, Thames Valley Police Training Centre, Sulhamstead, Reading RG7 4DX

Time and date: Saturday 19 September, 2026: 10am – 2pm

We’re back at Sulhamstead, our police training grounds, for a second date!

Meet our officers, staff, and volunteers, and explore careers, support roles, and volunteering opportunities. Plus, visit the Force Museum, open to the public, where you can uncover our rich history and even pick up unique items from the museum shop.

Types of events we support

We also take part in a variety of events, including school, college, and higher education career fairs, as well as local community events for those considering a career change. The support we offer varies depending on the purpose of your event. If you need assistance in a different capacity, please contact our recruitment events team to discuss tailored ways we can support you.

While we strive to attend as many events as possible, operational commitments may sometimes prevent us from being present at every event. Please complete the event request form, and our team will be in touch.

Recruitment and Volunteering Events

We attend a wide range of events as we actively seek talent to join our force. They offer an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about serving their community to learn more about the various roles we have available.

Community Events

You will regularly find us at local community and faith-based events. These events often present opportunities for us to talk about careers within policing and how unique perspectives can enrich our team. We are working hard to better reflect the communities we serve - come along and say hello!

Schools and Colleges Events

For younger people searching for a career which offers variety, progression, and a sense of social responsibility, policing can be an excellent option. Our engagement with schools and colleges allow students to better understand the career paths available, and how they can make a difference.

Higher Education Events

With opportunities in both staff and uniformed roles, graduates can find a fulfilling and impactful career here at TVP. These events allow us to connect with ambitious individuals looking to apply their academic knowledge in a real-world setting, where they can drive change.

Military Resettlement Events

We recognise the unique skills and experiences that military veterans bring to policing. We are committed to providing fulfilling career opportunities, in both staff and uniformed roles, allowing veterans to continue protecting our communities.

Materials

We are excited to support you with our comprehensive TVP Joining Guide.

Our TVP Joining Guide is packed with bite-sized, essential information about TVP.

You can order up to five physical copies per request at recruitmentevents@thamesvalley.police.uk ensuring you have all the information you need right at your fingertips.

Additionally, we offer a convenient download option, allowing you to access the guide instantly online. (see button above)

For those seeking more in-depth details, our website hosts a wealth of resources to explore further: tvpcareers.co.uk

Contact us

Our recruitment events team is available to support you every step of the way and answer your questions. You can contact them at recruitmentevents@thamesvalley.police.uk