Do you want to make a difference in your community? Could you volunteer up to 4 hours per week?
If so, why not become a volunteer with Police Scotland?
The Special Police Constable role is a volunteering role like no other. Flexible and dedicating 4 hours each week or up to 96 hours or more per year, all you need to be is over 18+ (with no upper age limit).
With a long and impressive history. The special constable role is a part-time, volunteer opportunity where members of the public can maximise their spare time supporting their communities. Find out more in the volunteer guide.
Not only will you support the vision of Police Scotland for safer communities, less crime, and supporting victims. You will be joining a thriving workforce which may offer opportunities for a new career.
As a special constable, you will be given identical powers to that of a police officer, who you will work alongside and at times that best suit you.
If you are interested in volunteering up to 96 hours per year, learning new skills, forging strong partnerships in the community, preventing crime, and making a real difference in the community you love, then this is the role for you.
Police special constables come from all walks of life including professionals, parents, teachers, students, and from sectors such as retail, transport, finance, engineering, and many, many more.
If you want to know more about the special constable role, then please arrange to chat with one of the recruitment specialists. Email: Recruitmentspecialconstable@scotland.police.uk
Full training will be provided to support our colleagues on the street safely.
Initially, 7 consecutive days will be required to attend one of our training centres for your basic training and this will be supported by further online training sessions. This training is currently being delivered by our national learning and training department.
Applications can be made directly via the application form.
How to apply
Police Scotland is a disability confident employer where we are committed to equal opportunities for people with disabilities, and for those who live with a neurodiverse condition, such as dyslexia or ADHD.
If you are over 18 years old, physically fit, have lived in the United Kingdom for a minimum of three years at the point of application. You could already have the skills needed.
Police Scotland run a range of recruitment and attraction events which will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the role of special constable and the application process.