Public Services
If you want to make a real difference with your career, then public services is a great sector to explore a range of possible roles, including those in the police service, fire service and armed forces. They are essential to our society and an integral part of our community, so those with the relevant skills and knowledge are always in demand.
As well as uniformed professions like prison officers, firefighters and ambulance staff, you could also enjoy a rewarding and successful career providing essential services in local government, civil enforcement, or county courts. Whichever career you choose in public services, you’ll be supporting your community and town!
Top Career Opportunities
Police officers (Sergeant and below)
Average Salary £39,700
Fire service officers
Average Salary £34,200
Probation officers
Average Salary £34,100
Prison service officers (below principal officer)
Average Salary £29,600
| Top Job (By Salary) | Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Elected officers and representatives | £64,200 |
| Senior police officers | £52,800 |
| Senior officers in fire, ambulance, prison and related services | £49,500 |
| Police officers (Sergeant and below) | £39,700 |
| Fire service officers | £34,200 |
| Probation officers | £34,100 |
| Business and related research professionals | £32,100 |
| Public services associate professionals | £31,400 |
| Prison service officers (below principal officer) | £29,600 |
| Police community support officers | £27,900 |
| Ambulance staff (excluding paramedics) | £24,400 |
| National government administrative occupations | £22,700 |
| Local government administrative occupations | £22,100 |
| Records clerks and assistants | £21,300 |
| Parking and civil enforcement occupations | £20,700 |
Job Figures
There are predicted to be 940 new jobs with an estimated 6,646 annual openings.
Average Salaries
The current average wage for public service related occupations is £34,763 per year.
Public Services & Criminology
If you want to make a real difference in the local community and the wider world, then a career in public services could be perfect for you.