Thames Valley Police visit school careers fair in Oxford
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 18 Oct, 13:31 · Archive
Thames Valley Police officers attended a careers fair at Matthew Arnold School in Oxford to discuss policing careers with students. Sergeant Chris Cochrane from the Neighbourhood Policing Team and PCSO Shafiul Islam spoke about the range of roles available in the force, from frontline and neighbourhood policing to specialist departments and staff positions.
Students were given the opportunity to learn about the skills and qualities needed to join the police, as well as details on recruitment, training and day-to-day policing activities. Sgt Cochrane said: 'Events like this are incredibly important as they give us the opportunity to engage directly with young people, build trust and positive relationships, and provide an insight into the varied and rewarding careers available within policing.'
He added: 'By speaking with students and answering their questions, we can help inspire the next generation while also strengthening the connection between the police and our communities.' Sgt Cochrane thanked Matthew Arnold School for the invitation and for enabling officers to engage with 'so many enthusiastic and interested students'.
How it is being reported
- Police inspire next generation of officers at school careers fairThames Valley Police officers visited Matthew Arnold School in Oxford to discuss policing careers, recruitment, training and opportunities across the force.Oxford Mail · 18 Oct, 13:00
- Police inspire next generation of officers at school careers fairThames Valley Police officers visited Matthew Arnold School in Oxford to discuss policing careers, recruitment, training and opportunities across the force.Oxfordshire Guardian · 18 Oct, 13:00
In this story: Thames Valley Police · Matthew Arnold School · Oxford · Sergeant Chris Cochrane · PCSO Shafiul Islam
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