North Yorkshire Police is encouraging people who can spare 16 hours a month to join the force as a special constable.
The force said it was looking for adults of any age, and from all walks of life, who were hard-working and had a genuine interest in policing.
Opportunities are available across North Yorkshire.
Special Constable Natalia Danvers, who was 34 when she joined North Yorkshire Police, said: “I’ve always wanted to work for the police but being a single parent, I would have struggled with shift patterns, mainly night shifts. I joined as a Special Constable so that I can get experience and knowledge with a potential idea of joining as a regular officer in the future.”
Drew Mansell, who was 24 when he started training as a special constable, said: “I’ve come to see that the most meaningful moments aren’t always about the fast-paced action but often come from the quieter, more personal interactions. Being there for someone when they’re at their lowest—whether that means helping someone lost, preventing a theft, or sitting with someone in crisis, even in the pouring rain or freezing snow—can truly change someone’s life, and that’s incredibly fulfilling.”
North Yorkshire Police Special Constable Chief Officer, Sharron Moverley-Holmes, added: “Being a Special Constable is a volunteering opportunity that is genuinely like no other.
“We see people from all walks of life joining and each and every one of them brings something unique to the role and gains training, expertise and confidence – as well as new friends and colleagues.
“If you’re in two minds about applying, I’d say go for it. You’ve got nothing to lose and everything to gain.”
Applications are open until Tuesday, March 25.
For more details, visit northyorkshire.police.uk
Be the first to comment