Becoming a Police Constable in Kent - Kent Police

Protecting and serving the people of KentStep 3 – Home visitKent requires a home visit as a final security check. It will beundertaken by an officer of at least the rank of Inspector (orpolice staff senior manager) who will complete a questionnaireduring the visit to:• Verify identity• Seek clarification on known associates or others residing at theaddress• Ensure candidate has a realistic understanding of the role andrequirementsStep 4 – Biometric VettingSamples of your fingerprints and DNA will be taken to carry outsome final vetting checks against various national databases. Youwill be required to consent in writing to this process.Step 5 – ReferencesKent Police will seek references from each of your previousemployers for the last five years. Any gaps in employment willneed to be explained and verified. If you have not been inemployment for five years, we will ask for a character referenceor an educational reference.Becoming a Police Constable in Kent – Application process16