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Key Facts: Met Police Exam Exam
15
SJT Scenarios (national sift)
College of Policing
80
BSQ Statements
College of Policing
6 + 3
CVF Competencies & Values
College of Policing CVF 2024
£0
Application Fee
Metropolitan Police
Unique
London Factor Assessment (Met only)
Careers Met Police
18 yrs
Minimum Age to Join
Metropolitan Police
The Met Police constable assessment is an online, CVF-based selection process. The national sift pairs a 15-scenario Situational Judgement Test (rate four actions each) with an 80-statement Behavioural Styles Questionnaire; both are untimed (about 30 and 20 minutes). The Met also runs the unique London Factor Assessment about policing the capital. There is no application fee, no prior policing knowledge is needed, and scores are reported as a percentile against fellow applicants rather than a fixed pass mark.
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1The Metropolitan Police 'National Sift' is the first online assessment stage in police constable recruitment. Which two exercises make it up?
A.A Situational Judgement Test (SJT) and a Behavioural Styles Questionnaire (BSQ)
B.A numerical reasoning test and a verbal reasoning test
C.A medical questionnaire and a fitness self-assessment
D.A written report and a face-to-face panel interview
Explanation: The College of Policing national sift consists of two exercises: a Situational Judgement Test (SJT) and a Behavioural Styles Questionnaire (BSQ). Both reflect the competencies and values relevant to the police constable role and are completed via one invitation link.
2In the police Situational Judgement Test (SJT), what task are you asked to perform for each scenario?
A.Rate the effectiveness of each of the four possible actions presented
B.Write a short essay explaining what you would do
C.Choose only one correct legal answer
D.Rank candidates against each other
Explanation: For each SJT scenario you are given four possible actions and must rate the effectiveness of each one against the Competency and Values Framework. You rate every action independently before moving to the next scenario.
3The London Factor Assessment (LFA) is a stage unique to which police force's recruitment?
A.The Metropolitan Police Service (policing London)
B.Police Scotland
C.The Police Service of Northern Ireland
D.All UK forces use it identically
Explanation: The London Factor Assessment is unique to the Metropolitan Police recruitment process. It presents statements about policing in London and asks candidates to choose the response most like them, gauging suitability for the distinctive demands of policing the capital.
4You are on patrol when an elderly man stops you, visibly distressed, saying he cannot find his way home and is becoming confused. What is the MOST effective action?
A.Calmly reassure him, check for ID or contact details, and arrange to safely return him home or to a place of safety
B.Tell him you are busy and direct him to the nearest bus stop
C.Ask him to come back to the station the next day when you have time
D.Ignore him because welfare matters are not police business
Explanation: Public service and emotional awareness require you to safeguard a vulnerable person. Reassuring him, identifying him, and arranging safe return or a place of safety protects his welfare and reflects the caring, problem-solving approach expected of an officer.
5How many scenarios are presented in the current College of Policing national sift Situational Judgement Test?
A.15 scenarios
B.5 scenarios
C.40 scenarios
D.100 scenarios
Explanation: The College of Policing online assessment candidate guide states the SJT presents 15 scenarios that police constables may face. Each scenario has four actions to rate, and the exercise typically takes about 30 minutes although it is untimed.
6On the SJT effectiveness rating scale, which rating describes an action that will actively make the situation worse?
A.Counterproductive
B.Very effective
C.Fairly effective
D.Neutral and harmless
Explanation: The SJT rating scale runs from 'very effective' down to 'counterproductive'. A counterproductive action is inappropriate and has a negative impact, making the situation worse rather than resolving it.
7The Behavioural Styles Questionnaire (BSQ) asks you to do what with each of its 80 statements?
A.Indicate the extent to which you agree or disagree, reflecting your typical behaviour at work
B.Rate the effectiveness of four policing actions
C.Write a paragraph response to each statement
D.Select the single statement that is factually correct
Explanation: The BSQ explores your typical workplace behaviour and preferences. You are presented with 80 statements and indicate the degree to which you agree or disagree, answering honestly about your actual behaviour at work.
8A member of the public approaches you using vulgar, angry language because she feels the police ignored her earlier report. What is the MOST effective first response?
A.Stay calm, listen actively to understand her concern, and acknowledge her frustration before addressing the issue
B.Warn her she could be arrested for swearing and walk away
C.Match her tone to show you will not be intimidated
D.Tell her to put her complaint in writing and end the conversation
Explanation: Emotional awareness and de-escalation are central CVF behaviours. Staying calm, listening, and acknowledging the person's frustration defuses anger and builds the trust needed to resolve the underlying concern.
9Which framework underpins the competencies and values assessed throughout Met Police constable recruitment?
A.The Competency and Values Framework (CVF)
B.The Highway Code
C.The Police and Criminal Evidence Act (PACE)
D.The National Curriculum
Explanation: The College of Policing Competency and Values Framework (CVF) sets out the behaviours expected in policing. Initial recruitment assesses candidates against Level 1 of the CVF across the SJT, BSQ, and online assessment exercises.
10For initial police constable recruitment, at which CVF level are the competencies assessed?
A.Level 1 (Practitioner)
B.Level 2 (Supervisor / middle manager)
C.Level 3 (Senior manager / executive)
D.Level 4 (Chief officer)
Explanation: The CVF has three levels, and for initial police recruitment the competencies review criteria are set at Level 1, the practitioner level. Higher levels apply to supervisory and senior roles and are cumulative.
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