VCC Aims and Objectives
VCC Aims and Objectives
The Sussex Police Volunteer Cadet Corp (VCC) is a non-competitive programme of practical and Police related activities for cadets upholding the values and standards of Sussex Police.
This programme is primarily a youth inclusion and engagement scheme designed to support the personal and social development of cadets aged 14 to 18 years of age. This is regardless of gender, background, disability, sexual orientation etc or ability and provides the opportunity for young people to engage with Sussex Police.
It offers an individual challenge and encourages young people to undertake constructive, challenging and enjoyable activities in their free time. The VCC actively encourages citizenship and a positive effect on their local communities in Sussex.
Aims
• To encourage cadets to promote active citizenship in a
responsible and caring manner with respect for diversity.
• To create opportunities for cadets to develop
themselves.
• Encourage cadets to provide a service to and engage with
the local community through opportunities within the VCC.
• Provide the opportunity for increased engagement between
cadets and the police service.
• Provide the opportunity for cadets to participate in
activities linked to a uniformed service and encourage them to
uphold the values of the police service.
Objectives
• Provide regular training which develops knowledge and
understanding of the law and police service, where it is
particularly relevant to cadets.
• Provide a programme of activities which promote self
development and building self esteem.
• Provide activities which promote the development of cadets
in leadership, self discipline, decision making and team
building.
• Encourage cadets to be role models and participate in peer
mentoring schemes.
• Provide opportunities for cadets to assist in police
related public service activities whilst upholding the values and
standards of Sussex Police.
• Develop respect for equality and diversity.
Governance
The VCC in Sussex is overseen by the Extended Police Family Board which is chaired by Chief Superintendant Graham Bartlett and includes Sussex Police Authority Vice Chair Mrs Carole Shaves MBE JP.
Cadet Leaders
All Cadet Leaders are Police Officers, Special Constables, members of Police Staff or Volunteers registered with the Extended Police Family Board.
Where possible, all leaders attend the Neighbourhood Schools Initial Police Trainers course provided by the Youth Safety and Intervention Team in Sussex Police, which equips them with specific skills in delivering curriculum based content to young people.
All Cadet Leaders and those involved in training cadets will be Enhanced CRB checked, unless they already hold a higher level of vetting as per their role (such as Police Officer) and this is continually monitored by the Force Vetting Unit.