The Isle of Wight’s Police Cadet Unit is on the search for new adult volunteers to help young people achieve their best and reach their full potential.
The scheme provides a safe environment where young people can learn as individuals, develop positive relationships with the Police and actively support the community. The Isle of Wight unit is based out of Ryde Fire Station and is made up of a fantastic group of local young people who are committed to helping make the Island a safer place.
Cadets are issued with a uniform and attend 1 weekly evening session lasting 2 hours. Cadets learn about a wide range of policing and community-related topics and get the opportunity to work alongside police officers and staff at a variety of events and policing operations, leading them to achieve the Police Cadet Volunteering Award.
Cadets are often involved in crime prevention initiatives; large events such as CarFest and Victorious Festival; the Duke of Edinburgh Award and helping the Police understand issues from a young person’s perspective.
The scheme is run by teams of fantastic volunteers from the force and the local community. The Isle of Wight team need new volunteers to get involved and help. You do not have to have previous experience, only an interest in helping young people achieve their best and reach their full potential.
Leaders usually volunteer 2 hours per week in term times to run the sessions and additionally assist in the supervision of the cadets at the community and policing events.
If you’re looking for something fun to do that is full of opportunities and is extremely rewarding, you can get involved now as a Volunteer Adult Leader.
To find out more contact [email protected].
