Assistant Cadet Leader
Location
Cadet units are currently running in Trowbridge, Chippenham and Swindon.
Suggested hours
At least two hours, one evening a week during school term time.
Description
Wiltshire Police is keen to recruit Volunteer Police Cadet Leaders in the Trowbridge , Swindon, and Warminster areas.
This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to support young people to develop new skills and take pride in making a positive contribution their local communities.
Our Police Cadets are aged between 13 – 18 years old and work alongside our Neighbourhood Policing Teams to help keep our communities safe and meet for a two-hour session, one evening per week during school term time.
Cadets learn from a curriculum provided by the National Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme that includes elements of Policing, understanding communities, social action, wellbeing, and personal development. Cadets also attend community events and get involved with local policing by participating in test purchase operations, promoting safety messages and providing community re-assurance.
We are keen to hear from you if you have an interest in being a positive role model and helping young people to develop skills and confidence in a safe and supportive environment.
We can offer you:
- The opportunity to make a positive difference to young people and a valuable contribution to your local community
- A volunteering role in a friendly and supportive environment
- The chance to develop and enhance your skills and experience
- Gain an insight into local policing in your area and be part of the Wiltshire Police family.
For further information or to arrange an informal chat about the role please contact the Cadet Coordinator at: [email protected]
Apply
Please read the volunteer guidelines carefully before submitting your application form.
Wiltshire Police is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All volunteer roles will be subject to successful completion of vetting and DBS checks. The vetting requirements for this role are: Non-Police Personnel Vetting Level 2. You will also be asked to complete mandatory Safeguarding and risk assessment training as a requirement of the post.
To apply to become a Police Support Volunteer as Assistant Volunteer Cadet Leader please complete the application form: Assistant Cadet Leader.