Special Constable
Special Constables are a vital part of the police service, helping to prevent crime and interacting with the diverse communities we serve.
They are volunteer police officers with full police powers. They:
Assist with local police initiatives
Assist regular police officers
Increase visibility and public reassurance
They also take part in:
crime reduction initiatives
community partnership projects
You will undertake a training programme before going on patrol in company with a regular officer or senior special constable.
Duration: Ongoing
Start date: 21st July 2022
End date: 31st August 2023
When can volunteers volunteer? Weekly
Availability:
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Tasks the volunteer will be required to do:
Volunteer Police Officer. Opportunities across Greater Manchester.
Skill and Qualifications Required:
You will need to pass a fitness test (bleep test) , eyesight test, and medical.
Areas of Interest: Emergency services
Opportunity suitable for: 18 and over
What activities will the volunteer do? Legal work
Skills gained in this role: Leadership, Listening, Negotiating, Talking to others, Teamwork
Home based opportunity? No
DBS Check Required: Yes
About the host organisation
Hosted by: Greater Manchester Police
Organisation Profile: Greater Manchester Police was formed in 1974, serving more than 2.5 million people and covering an area of 500 square miles. GMP is split into 10 divisions - Bolton, Bury, City of Manchester, Oldham, Rochdale, Salford, , Stockport, Tameside, Trafford and Wigan. There is also a specialist division based at Manchester International Airport. We have an active Citizens in Policing programme consisting of Special Constables, Police Support Volunteers and Volunteer Police Cadets which offers a wide range of volunteering opportunities.