Joining South Yorkshire Police, either as an officer or civilian, also opens the door to a wealth of staff associations that can help you pursue your duty or career.

These include official representative organisations like Unison, Unite (TGWU), the Police Federation and Superintendents' Association.

There are also national and local groups which - among other things - challenge discrimination and ensure fair treatment, such as the Black Police Association, SYP Women's Network and SYP Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans-gender Network.

And there are leisure-type organisations including the force's Sports and Social Club and Senior Officers' Mess.