Devon & Cornwall Police recruiting more Special Constables
They will work alongside regular officers and help protect communities
Devon & Cornwall Police are recruiting for Special Constables to work in the two counties.
The role is undertaken on a voluntary basis and few other volunteering opportunities can offer the same challenges and responsibilities.
The force says there will be "unparalleled support every step of the way to help you deal with whatever you may be faced with."
Specials work closely with regular police officers to support local communities. They have the same powers and wear the same uniform as a regular police officer and are given extensive training for the role.
Chief Officer for Devon & Cornwall Police Special Constabulary, Marc Kastner said
"This is a fantastic opportunity, one unlike any other volunteering position, to work with Devon & Cornwall Police to support regular police officers and make your community safer.
"The rewards of devoting your time as a Special Constable are numerous, not least giving you the opportunity to develop new skills which can be taken back into your existing work and personal life.
"On top of the personal rewards you are doing something which really embeds the values of policing in communities and gives you a wider understanding and experience of life.”
Emily Denyer, who is a Special Constable, said:
"I joined the Specials to make a positive impact in people’s lives.
"Having experienced the helpful effect police officers are able to make, I wanted to help by volunteering to enable more people to gain that experience when they need it.
"I also wanted to give back to my community and help create a stronger bond between civilians and the force, while creating a safer Devon and Cornwall."
Anyone over the age of 18 years old can apply for the role and there are no formal qualifications required.
Recruitment opened on 12 January, and more information can be found here: https://recruitment-dcp-dp.org/devon-cornwall-volunteers/special-constables