Merseyside Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme Recruiting

Merseyside Volunteer Police Cadet Scheme is recruiting for its 2016 intake.

The scheme, which has been running since 2005, offers an opportunity for young people to take part in a nationally accredited scheme that provides an insight into the work of Merseyside Police.

The scheme aims to engage and develop young people, to help them engage them with their communities and encourage them to become positive role models and ambassadors among their peers.

Sergeant Mike Brumskill of the force’s Youth Engagement Team said: “While many cadets do consider a career in the police service, this is not always the case and is certainly not a bar to recruitment, as most of the skills and experiences they obtain will be transferable to other walks of life.

"They will be involved in a structured training programme aimed at developing such key life skills as interviews, application forms, CVs, communication and presentation skills.

"They will have the opportunity to learn more about the police service with insights and visits to many departments including the Dogs and Mounted Section, Firearms, the control room, public order training and court visits.

"Other activities include involvement in fundraising events, local problem solving exercises, involvement in local community activity, high profile civic events, first aid training and an insight into the policing of football matches. There will also be a number of teambuilding events such as dragon boat racing and other outdoor activities."

To be eligible, candidates must have completed their GCSE examinations in the summer term of 2015 and be a year 12 student or equivalent, in either further education, employment, training, or otherwise. Applicants will be subject to Police vetting.

If you, or anyone you know wish to apply or need any further information, contact the Youth Engagement Team at volunteer.police.cadets@merseyside.pnn.police.uk or visit the Force website www.merseyside.police.uk and click on ‘Join Us’.