Does British Transport Police require pre-employment background checks? What kind of background check does British Transport Police do and how long does it take to complete?

Answered 24 October 2019

I was offered a 4-month contract to join an operation as admin staff and I was fast-tracked and within 2-weeks I started employment. I had previous PNC skills from the MET police but they had to meet a deadline to complete the operation in time.

Answered 20 July 2018 - Police Community Support Officer (Former employee) - London

Yes the BTP does require the pre-employment background checks. I am sorry but it’s not in my place to give further details about that

Answered 1 February 2018

Depending on the position applied for family and household checks are done. If previously employed by another police force checks are done there too. Amount of time depends on BTP obtaining responses but they will update regarding the checks and if it is taking longer than expected.

Answered 31 January 2018 - Police Officer (Current employee) - London

Yes. DBS. not sure how long they take

Answered 7 December 2017 - Police Constable (Current employee) - Glasgow

Yes full financial and criminal history checks going back a period of 5 years financially.

Checks differ due to length and difficulty obtaining details.