Junior Cadets - 10 - 13 Years -Chesterfield

As a Derbyshire Constabulary police cadet, you’ll be taking the first step towards a long career in policing.

You’ll take part in weekly cadet meetings, social action projects and local initiatives aimed at raising the profile of young people in the county and giving you a real insight into policing.

As well as experiencing the different areas of policing such as task force, dog section, road policing unit and other operational teams, the scheme is structured to allow you to attain the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme (Silver).

We have current cadet opportunities in Chesterfield  if you are aged between 10-13 years old.

We offer a fantastic opportunity for like-minded young people to:

• Develop valuable life skills
• Meet new friends
• Gather at social events
• Learn about British policing
• Take part in sporting activities

What’s in for you?

At Derbyshire Constabulary, we aim to create an environment that puts people first. We want you to feel supported in everything you do, so you can give your very best. As well as experiencing the different areas of policing such as task force, dog section, road policing unit and other operational teams, the scheme is structured to allow you to attain the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme (Bronze and Silver).

You will need to between the ages of 10 - 13 years old (Academic years 6 to 9 as of September 2025).

To find out more about Derbyshire Constabulary and how you can make a difference visit our Cadets page on our careers website here.

What’s Next

If we feel like a place where you can belong, we'd love to learn more about you. Please click apply to complete your application.

Please ensure that you complete and attach the Parental Signed Declaration (attached to this vacancy below) when you submit your application, prior to the closing date.

The location for the Cadet opportunities is Chesterfield only.

Once we have sufficient applications, we may close this campaign earlier than expected.

We welcome cadets from any background, social group, gender, ethnicity, ability/disability and whether you have an interest in the police or not.

The closing date for the vacancy is Sunday 1 June 2025 at 23:55pm.

Good luck!