Community Speed Watch (CSW) Network Lead Volunteer - BANES
Could you make a difference to help keep our roads safe?
Do you have good administrative and computer skills?
Community SpeedWatch (CSW) enables members of the community to take action against speeding on the roads of concern within their local communities. Community SpeedWatch is an educational scheme, not enforcement. It is considered as the first tier response to speeding issues.
The purpose of this role (level 3) is to oversee and coordinate activity and represent the Community SpeedWatch scheme at both local and forcewide meetings.
Community SpeedWatch plays a vital role in keeping our roads safe.
We are looking for a passionate and enthusiastic individual to engage in tackling road safety issues. The successful volunteer will need to be able to:
- Communicate effectively and professionally.
- Experience of planning and coordinating programme activities.
We are hoping to find a volunteer who is able to commit to an average 6 hours per week,
This is a long term volunteering commitment within your local community.
Locations TBC
As a volunteer you will make a real positive impact on your local community.
Be your community
Be you
Be heard
Be the difference
If you would like to learn more about this Volunteering role before you apply please contact
CommunitySpeedWatch@avonandsomerset.police.uk
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for this role you must have a 3 year ‘checkable history’ in the UK – ideally this means that you would have been resident in the UK for the last 3 years.
Why Volunteer for Avon and Somerset Police?
Avon and Somerset Police has gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then Avon and Somerset is the force for you.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Avon and Somerset Police are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBT communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.
All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.
Police Barred and Advisory lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.
Vetting and safeguarding
Avon and Somerset Police are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references
Interviews to be held on Tuesday 11th February at Keynsham police station.