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An introduction to Employer Supported Policing An introduction to Employer Supported Policing An introduction to Employer Supported Policing So what’s so special about being a Special? Specials form a vital link between communities and the police service, and carry out duties that improve public safety and increase confjdence. Even though they’re volunteers, Specials have the same powers as regular Police Constables, the same uniform, the same equipment and the same training. But Specials don’t have the same responsibilities as regular Constables, do they? Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing An introduction to Employer Supported Policing An introduction to Employer Supported Policing So what’s so special X about being a Special? Specials form a vital link between communities and the police service, and carry out duties that improve public safety Oh yes they do... and increase confjdence. Even though they’re volunteers, Specials have the same powers as regular Police And they must follow the same code of ethics, Constables, the same uniform, the same apply the same rules of conduct, adhere to the equipment and the same training. same professional standards and are subject to the same disciplinary procedures. But Specials don’t have the same responsibilities as regular Constables, do they? Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing High visibility Attend patrol incidents Special events Assisting Local operations with evidence Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing X Attend incidents High visibility Attend patrol incidents Specials can be sent to investigate reports of crime, Special events Assisting Local youths causing annoyance operations with evidence and other disturbances. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing X High visibility patrol High visibility Attend patrol incidents Reassuring the public and Special events deterring crime by providing Assisting Local operations with evidence a local visible presence. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing X Local operations High visibility Attend patrol incidents This can include things like crime reduction initiatives, or Special events helping deal with anti-social Assisting Local operations with evidence behaviour caused by underage drinkers. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing X Assisting with evidence High visibility Attend patrol incidents Helping on the admin side with the preparation of Special events Assisting Local information that’s to be used operations with evidence in court. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing X Special events High visibility Attend patrol incidents Helping to manage large numbers of people and Special events traffjc at events such as Assisting Local operations with evidence football matches, parades and festivals. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing Why give up time to be a Special? It’s exciting and challenging, and provides so many opportunities. You’ll receive You’ll make You’ll get fjrst-class training and a real difgerence to your the satisfaction of knowing learn new skills that could community – contributing that your family, friends and prove useful in your work to the right against crime work colleagues and home life. and providing public are proud of what reassurance. you’re doing. Flexible hours Allowances Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing Why give up time to be a Special? It’s exciting and challenging, and provides so many opportunities. X You’ll receive You’ll make You’ll get fjrst-class training and a real difgerence to your the satisfaction of knowing learn new skills that could community – contributing that your family, friends and You can volunteer to undertake duty any day prove useful in your work to the right against crime work colleagues or night, at a time that suits you. and home life. and providing public are proud of what reassurance. you’re doing. Flexible hours Allowances Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing Why give up time to be a Special? It’s exciting and challenging, and provides so many opportunities. X You’ll receive You’ll make You’ll get fjrst-class training and a real difgerence to your the satisfaction of knowing learn new skills that could community – contributing that your family, friends and Specials usually receive a subsistence allowance when completing over 4 hours of duty, and will prove useful in your work to the right against crime work colleagues be reimbursed for travel costs. and home life. and providing public are proud of what reassurance. you’re doing. Flexible hours Allowances Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing BIG BIG It’s a Whether or not to become a Special Constable needs a great deal of consideration. The role requires commitment and dedication, and it comes with plenty of responsibilities. So it’s not for everyone. You’ll need to think about time, pressure, decision understanding, dedication and fjtness Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing Time Dedication You’ll be expected to volunteer for You’ll need to be prepared to a minimum of 16 hours per month work out and about in all kinds – this helps ensure skills and of weather conditions – and be competence are maintained. a real team player. Pressure Age & fjtness You may be required to attend You must be physically fjt and and deal with some very diffjcult over 18 years old. situations – so you must be able to remain calm. Understanding & empathy It’s essential that you’re able to act with integrity, fairness and respect towards all sections of the community – and that you’re a good communicator. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing Eligibility You must: • be at least 18 years of age • have no visible tattoos on hands, face or neck (rules may vary from have been resident in the UK for at least 3 • force to force) years prior to submitting an application (If out of the country for more than 6 months in the • have no convictions for theft, last 3 years you’ll have to provide suffjcient dishonesty, violence or public order information for necessary security vetting ofgences checks) • have no drink driving convictions • be a British citizen, or a member of EC in the last 10 years (rules may vary or EEA, and be resident in the UK free of from force to force) restrictions • have no driving without insurance have eyesight that’s 6/36 unaided convictions in the last 5 years (rules • may vary from force to force) • have no outstanding County Court Judgments • have no cautions or juvenile convictions for recordable ofgences if registered as bankrupt, be 3 years • in the last 5 years from discharge date • be aware that certain security roles may pose a confmict of interest. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing An introduction to Employer Supported Policing Personal development Volunteering as a Special can provide a range of opportunities for you to learn more. Specialist training in things like Personal Safety, Unarmed Defence and First Aid. Continuous professional development in fjelds such as Mental Health, Modern Slavery and Vulnerability Training. Knowledge gained via attachments to specialist units dealing with Cyber Fraud, Roads Policing, Rural Crime and more. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing An introduction to Employer Supported Policing A chance to build As a Special you’ll learn about communication and listening skills, leadership skills, and skills to help you on your skills deal with confmict. All of which will help you to be more adaptable and resilient, and better prepared to handle diffjcult situations. These types of skills, which will almost certainly increase your confjdence, could also help with career progression and prove useful in your day-to-day life too. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing An introduction to Employer Supported Policing What’s it like being a Special? Sometimes we We asked a volunteer to tell us might get to how a typical day as a Special be involved (as might turn out. a passenger) in blue-light rapid response situations – To start with there’s a handover from the stafg pursuing vehicles who were on the previous shift, and a briefjng that are stolen on the activities that are planned. There may be or have failed to some admin We may also be asked stop. duties, like to provide a presence gathering at community events We get assigned information, a vehicle and then such as festivals and creating arrest fjreworks displays. go out on patrol, folders and assisting in searches helping with for wanted people warrants. and stolen items. The shift always fjnishes This can mean with a debriefjng. attending burglaries, assaults, drug raids and domestic violence incidents. Next
An introduction to Employer Supported Policing An introduction to Employer Supported Policing The six-step recruitment process 1 Application form 2 Starting at the application stage, Assessment process both your attitude and behaviour need to be of the highest standard. 3 Fitness test 4 Medical Background & security 5 6 Ofger of appointment Next
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