Volunteer - Cadet Scheme Leader (Oxford)
We are looking for Volunteer Cadet Scheme Leaders in Oxford. Volunteers will work with a team of leaders, and must have an interest in supporting teenagers. Inspiring and guiding police cadets towards a successful future - potentially as Specials, PCs, PCSOs. Cadets meet one evening a week to gain insight into the various departments within the force, learn a range of skills and take part in community events. They also volunteer for three hours a month to assist the police in attending public events, delivering crime prevention advice and general public engagement initiatives.
As a Cadet Leader you will be:-
• Supporting cadets at weekly sessions and occasional weekends
• Supporting cadets at community events/projects
• Help broaden cadets knowledge of policing and volunteering in the community
• Undertaking basic administrative tasks utilising ICT systems
• Helping to arrange and manage the cadet programme
• Log volunteering hours monthly and submit expenses where applicable via an on-line computer system
Required Qualities:
• A respect for race and diversity
• A non-judgemental attitude
• A commitment to confidentiality
• Good listening and communication skills
Assisting the principle leader to carry out their duties
• Maintaining the standard of dress for cadets and leaders at your base.
• Dealing with any disciplinary matters
• Maintaining order and discipline on your base.
• Upholding health and safety regulations.
• Attending meetings on behalf of your base.
• Supporting cadets in future recruitment opportunities; and
• Ensuring cadets are aware of all volunteering opportunities.
Volunteers need to be over 18 years old.
If you can volunteer for 3 hours one evening a week during school term time and for some community events on some weekends/evenings then we would like to hear from you, please complete the online application form.
If you have a few hours to spare please complete the online application form. If you have any queries on completing the application form, please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77, quoting reference 13841.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Tuesday 31st July 2018.
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.