Volunteer Unit Leader and Cadet Leaders - Bristol

We have a unique opportunity for a Volunteer Unit Leader and Cadet Leaders to be part of our New Bristol Volunteer Police Cadet Unit.

Our cadet units offer young people (ages 13-17) the opportunity to learn about careers in policing, support their community, and develop valuable life skills like communication and problem-solving, all within a fun and safe environment.

Leaders will plan and lead activities during the weekly meetings, held on Wednesdays from 7pm to 9pm during term time, at Kenneth Steele House in Central Bristol.

No prior knowledge of policing is required, as we will provide all the necessary training and resources. You’ll be supported by local policing teams and the Citizens in Policing team, who will stay in regular contact to assist with any questions you may have. Additionally, you’ll have access to a handbook and toolkit for guidance and support.

This role is incredibly rewarding, offering you the opportunity to make a real difference and positively impact the lives of young people in your community. The experiences shared by our current leaders and former cadets speak volumes—please take a look at the attached document to find out more.

Learn more about our Police cadets – Police Cadets | Avon and Somerset Police

Your role as a Cadet Leader or Unit Leader would be to:

Deliver fun weekly interactive sessions and be a positive role model
Support cadets at community events, visits to police teams and at policing activities.
Create a safe and inclusive environment where all cadets are welcomed and able to share any concerns.
Planning and preparation for weekly sessions and other activities which sometimes take place at weekends.

As a Unit Leader, you would also be the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the Unit, manage the units funds and provide support to the Cadet leaders. Please see the role profiles for full information.

What we can offer you:

Full uniform including everything you need for outdoor activities in all weathers.
Training and support to develop your skills and a unique insight into modern policing.
An opportunity to build positive relationships with cadets and colleagues

Eligibility:

You must be 18 years of age or over to apply but have not been a Police Cadet within the last 6 months.

Information Evening:

If you are keen to volunteer your time then come along and meet the Police Cadet Team at our information evening. On site parking and refreshments will be available.

When and where: Wednesday 19th March at Kenneth Steele House, Bristol, BS2 0TQ

Times: 4.30pm, 5.30pm or 6.30pm (there are 3 sessions available each lasting about an hour).

Please book your place at our information evening - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/avon-somerset-volunteer-police-cadet-leader-information-evening-tickets-1248177495489

Recruitment Process:

Application: The closing date to submit applications is Monday 7th April at 5pm.

Don’t assume that we know anything about you! There is plenty of space so tell us about your knowledge, skills and experience from all areas of your life that relate to being a Volunteer Police Cadet Leader.

Our electronic recruitment system asks you to provide 3 years of employment history, please disregard this. As part of our Safer Recruitment procedures you must provide details of ALL employment/ education/ voluntary roles you have ever held and details about any gaps when you were not working/studying. The system will allow you to add as many roles as you need to.

Interview and assessment: we will ask you to deliver a 15 minute activity with a cadet group & then you will have an interview. Date to be confirmed.

References and Vetting:

Avon and Somerset Police are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes. This role requires that at least one of your references is able to comment on your interactions with children and/or young people in a personal, voluntary or employment capacity. Please ensure that you consider this when completing your application.

This role involves responsibility for young people that will require completion of an enhanced DBS and checking of the list of those barred from working with children.

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.

If you have any questions or would like to find out more about the role, please contact us on Talentvolunteers@avonandsomerset.police.uk