Volunteer with Humberside Police with their Special Constabulary

Do you have a desire to make a difference and give something back to the community? Have you always loved the idea of volunteering? Now is your chance – applications to join the Humberside Police Special Constabulary are now open!

The Humberside Police’s Special Constables provide a crucial service across the whole of their Humberside Police force area and is a voluntary role like no other. Special Constables have the same powers and authority as police officers.

Their Special Constabulary is made up of like-minded people who are prepared to run towards danger, just like their regular officers. Special Constables are an integral part of Humberside Police helping them protect communities across the Humber region.

The role of a Special Constable means that no two days are the same, from arresting wanted people, patrolling community events to attending emergency incidents.

Deputy Chief Constable David Marshall is extremely passionate about our Special Constabulary, and is dedicated to increase numbers of long-term, career volunteers across our force, he said: “Our Special Constables volunteer in their own time, and come from all walks of life, and all different vocations, bringing a whole host of different skills and life experiences to the force.

“That being said, they all have something in common, and that’s to do something meaningful, protect the most vulnerable, make a difference and ultimately give something back to the communities in which they live and work too.

“Nationally, over the last few years, the Special Constabulary has experienced a massive downturn in officers as many have sought permanent careers as Police officers through the Governments Police Officer Uplift Programme. This shows that many see the benefits of the Special Constabulary in developing their personal skills as well for some a steppingstone before they move into regular, paid policing.

“Whilst joining us in this capacity is a fantastic opportunity to gain a real-world insight into what it’s like to be a Police Officer, we’re also looking for people who want to forge a long-term career with us as a Special Constable too.

“It takes a certain drive and commitment, and our Special Constables can also work their way up through a rank structure to become Special Sergeants, Chief Inspectors, Superintendents, and even a member of the Chief Officer team as a Special Chief Officer.

“This means you can fulfil a lifelong volunteer career with us here at Humberside Police, whilst also building a career as a banker, stay-at-home parent, offshore wind technician, project manager, bus driver, teacher, engineer, and everything in between!”

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