Putting yourself forward to assist any organisation, group, or association benefits and promotes their objectives within the communities they operate.
Police Scotland Special Constables contribute a competent and professional support backup to the organisation as a whole.
As a Special Constable, you will receive training, be assessed, and achieve a competent level of Police Legislation knowledge to work alongside your fellow Regular colleagues.
A small range of duties you could be involved in includes:
1. Missing person enquiries
2. Working on wildlife crime investigations
3. Anti-disorder patrols to deal with hotspots
4. Driving Police vehicles / Crewing patrol vehicles
5. Major incident door-to-door enquiries
Each Police Scotland Division has a Special Constable Coordinator to oversee the deployment and development of their Special Constables. After initial training, a Special Constable will deploy within their chosen area and develop their skill base with the assistance of their Coordinator and their respective Local Policing team.
Excellent training and support is provided to all volunteer Special Constables.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
You must be 18 years of age to be appointed as a Special Constable, although you can apply at the age of 17.5 years.
Availability
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Frequency & Commitment
Various times are available to assist. You can work full-time and serve as a Special Constable in just 96 hours per year or a few hours a week. The role is diverse, demanding, and rewarding. All Special Constables make a difference and are greatly appreciated.
Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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