Police Cadet

80,190 + 23% shift allowances upon graduation

Thinking of a fresh start and a meaningful career?

South Australia Police (SAPOL) is now recruiting Police Cadets from across Australia. With a lower cost of living, relaxed lifestyle, and vibrant community, SA is the perfect place to build a rewarding career in policing.

What's on offer : 9 months of paid, full-time training earning $69,108 pa.

Salary increases to $80,190 upon graduation, plus shift allowances up to 23%.

6 weeks annual leave per year.

Pathway to over 40 specialist roles within SAPOL.

Ongoing professional development, job stability, and clear career progression.

Why SAPOL?

We're a contemporary, highly regarded policing organisation committed to supporting diverse communities across South Australia. You'll receive full training, ongoing support, and the chance to make a real impact every day.

About the role :

As a Police Cadet, you'll undertake 9 months of full-time paid training at the SAPOL Academy in Taperoo (Adelaide). Training combines classroom-based study with physical, practical, and scenario-based learning, covering law, policy, and procedures. You'll learn to respond to a range of real-world situations, preparing you for a dynamic policing career where every day is different.

Once you graduate, you'll work as a Probationary Constable and be deployed to an operational team. Your duties may include :

Conducting mobile patrols and responding to emergency calls.Investigating accidents, crimes, minor offences, and public complaints, gathering evidence, making arrests, and interviewing suspects.Engaging with community members at events.Attending court proceedings.Managing traffic and road safety operations.Providing advice and assistance to victims of crime and their families.Maintaining records and preparing reports.Collaborating with other policing sections and partner agencies to ensure community safety.Upon completion of training, you'll be deployed to one of our many stations across South Australia. SAPOL supports your integration into the community and ongoing development wherever you are based.

As you gain experience, you'll have access to ongoing training and a wide range of specialist pathways, including roles in investigations, dog operations, major crash, community engagement, road safety, prosecution, forensics, cybercrime, and more.

We're looking for people who are : Good communicators and confident decision makers.Calm under pressure and reliable.Ready for a challenge and passionate about helping others.Honest, respectful, and resilient.Willing to relocate to SA for training and work.Eligibility requirements : 17 years or older at the time of application.Australian / New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident.Able to meet medical, fitness, and background requirements.Willing to carry and use operational safety equipment, including firearms.Flexible application process

Initial recruitment stages can be completed online. SAPOL will support eligible candidates with relocation assistance and potential on-site accommodation at the Police Academy (pending availability).

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South Australia Police (SAPOL) provides a range of policing services 24 / 7 to keep South Australians safe. Source : this is an extract from the company's own website.

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