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Overview
We are looking for enthusiastic and committed individuals to join us as cadet leaders at our Volunteer Police Cadet (VPC) unit in Elmbridge. As a leader, you will help shape the future of young people in Surrey. This flexible voluntary role usually takes place on Wednesday evenings during term time from 6pm to 8pm at our base in Hersham.
Responsibilities
* Act as a positive role model for cadets
* Support and mentor young cadets during weekly sessions
* Deliver sessions based on the VPC curriculum
* Arrange guest speakers and visits to build awareness of emergency services and community organisations
* Co‑ordinate joint activities with other youth groups, charities, and partners
* Support cadets in their volunteering efforts, including attending and supervising community events
Qualifications & Experience
* Inspire and motivate young people with confidence, positivity and enthusiasm
* Build strong relationships with cadets, fellow leaders, and partner organisations
* Volunteer flexibly as part of a supportive team
* Stay up to date with the knowledge needed for the role, including completing all mandatory training within specified timescales
* Prior experience of working with young people or volunteering in the community
* A good understanding of safeguarding principles
* Familiarity with policing or local community issues
* Skills in delivering or developing training sessions
Benefits
* Experience policing first‑hand
* Meet new people and teams
* Learn and develop your skills
* Support your local community
* Travel expense reimbursement
* Recognition schemes and formal appreciation for your service
* Access to financial and mental well‑being guidance and support, discounts for everyday spend, on‑site gyms and sports clubs
* Opportunity to apply for other voluntary and payed positions within the Force
Further Information
We require a police security check (vetting), an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and completion of the online National VPC safeguarding training before you begin.
For further information, please read the role profile at the bottom of this advert. If you have any further questions or would like to arrange a visit to one of our units, please contact us via the provided link.
Diversity Statement
We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all. We are committed to being an anti‑racist police service and challenge injustice, uphold fairness and anti‑racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, social status, religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, you can read our full anti‑racism statement here.
To find out more on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at Surrey Police and Sussex Police, visit the provided link.
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