Special Constable New Recruit - Volunteer Police Officer Opportunities Before you apply -Don't miss out on the jobs you're really looking for.

Are you someone who has always dreamt of becoming a Police Officer however, your day job has taken you in a different direction? Special Constables are volunteer police officers and have been around for over 190 years after being formed in 1831! As you can imagine the role has evolved over the years and now is an integral part policing across England, Scotland and Wales, even internationally in countries like the United States and Canada. We always say being part of history is something amazing and joining up to being a Special Constable is certainly that. Special Constables come from all walks of life, we currently have: teacher, taxi drivers, accountants and secretaries all working for the Special Constabulary. If any of the above is for you, then you will love the role of Special Constable and here is why:

• Your time is precious therefore, you only need to volunteer a minimum of 16 hours a month.
• Put you through Personal Safety Training that will keep you and others safe.
• Invest in training to equip you with law, process and policy
• Give you the same warranted powers and uniform as regular officers.
• Make sure you are supported, cared for and have regular catch ups with your supervisor.
• Get the opportunity to be involved in a variety of policing needs from response, neighbourhood and local/ national events.
Please note, commitment throughout our recruitment journey is vital and whilst, we will actively support you through the process as much as possible, failure to engage in the process will result in your application being withdrawn. Please note that the application form is no longer a full Competency Based Questionnaire and basic information only is required for your application form submission to be complete therefore please do not hesitate and complete this stage of the process as soon to avoid disappointment. If you miss your opportunity, or perhaps need more time, please register your interest here and we will email you ahead of our recruitment window opening again. The Competency Values Framework (CVF) provides clear expectations for everyone working in policing. It describes behaviours required by all officers and members of staff and it will be used in the recruitment process to assess your suitability for the role to which you are applying. It is not a requirement that you should have a detailed knowledge of the framework, should you wish to familiarise yourself with it to support you in the recruitment process please follow the below link. Competency and values framework (CVF) | College of Policing Cheshire Constabulary is fully supportive of diversity, equality and inclusion and strives to employ a workforce which is representative of the community it serves. Applications are welcomed from all underrepresented groups and support will be made available throughout the recruitment process for all applicants. Under-represented groups include:
• People of ethnic minority
• Individuals who identify as having a visible or invisible disability
• Gender in relation to female representation for PC entry routes
• Gender in relation to male representation for Staff entry routes
• Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender + (LGBT+)
If you have any queries in relation to diversity, equality and inclusion or have a request for any additional support you may need, please email Wellbeing.Engagement.Inclusion@cheshire.police.uk