We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced volunteer to support the attraction, recruitment and development of our special constables.
This rewarding volunteer opportunity will support the recruitment, assessment and development of individuals who wish to serve our communities as special constables. Volunteering alongside recruitment, training and operational teams, you will provide guidance to applicants, support selection activities and contribute to the delivery and continuous improvement of training and development programmes.
As a volunteer in this role, you will directly contribute to the ongoing development of Surrey’s Special Constabulary while gaining valuable experience in recruitment, assessment, learning and development.
** Please note that to apply for this role, you must have at least three years operational experience of frontline policing **
What you'll gain from the role:
- The opportunity to build relationships across a range of policing teams.
- Experience in recruitment, assessment, coaching and training.
- The chance to make a positive contribution to the delivery of Our Plan.
- Involvement in shaping the future of Surrey’s Special Constabulary.
We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.
We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.
We wish you all the very best with your application.
Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
Volunteering collaboratively with recruitment and training colleagues, you will help ensure that our special constables receive a high-quality, professional and supportive experience throughout their recruitment and development. Key tasks that volunteers in this role will carry out will include:
Recruitment & Selection
- Provide advice, guidance and support to prospective special constable applicants throughout the recruitment and selection process.
- Support attraction, recruitment and engagement activities.
- Participate in selection processes, including interviews, assessment centres and candidate evaluations.
- Assess applicants against agreed criteria, ensuring recruitment guidance and best practice are applied consistently.
- Accurately record interview notes, assessment outcomes and candidate feedback using approved systems and processes.
- Deliver constructive and professional feedback to candidates following selection processes.
Learning & Development
- Support the review, delivery and continuous improvement of training, development activities and learning materials for special constables.
- Assist learners through coaching, assessment and continuing professional development (CPD) activities.
- Assist with training administration using relevant systems, including Microsoft applications and volunteer management systems.
To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience of working or volunteering within a policing environment and be passionate about supporting others to achieve their potential. You will bring a positive, professional and collaborative approach, with the ability to encourage and develop individuals throughout their recruitment and learning.
Your Skills and Experience
- Previous experience of working or volunteering within a policing environment (at least three years frontline operational experience).
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to provide objective and constructive feedback in both individual and group settings.
- Experience of coaching, mentoring, training, teaching or supporting the development of others.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Competence in Microsoft 365 applications, including PowerPoint and SharePoint.
It would also be beneficial if you have:
- Experience of recruitment, interviewing or candidate assessment.
- Experience delivering training, presentations or facilitated learning.
- Knowledge of Surrey Police systems, policies and procedures.
- Qualifications in English and Maths at QCF Level 2 (or equivalent).
Applicants must be willing to undertake role-specific training and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
We take pride in looking after our volunteers, through volunteering you will have the opportunity to:
- Experience policing first-hand
- Meet new people and teams
- Learn and develop your skills
- Support your local community
We will reimburse any travel expenses you may incur whilst volunteering and we have recognition schemes in place for us to formally show our appreciation for your service.
As a police support volunteer you will have access to financial and mental well-being guidance and support, discounts for everyday spend, our on-site gyms and a range of sports clubs. Volunteering with us will also allow you to apply for other voluntary and paid positions within the Force.
We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.
We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. 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 are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities.
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
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