Appropriate Adult Volunteer

Location: Scarborough

The Role

Appropriate adults (AA) are required to attend the police station custody suite when a 1017-year-old has been arrested and detained by the police. The role is to ensure that while in custody the childs welfare needs are met and that they are supported to communicate with the police. You will support advise and assist the child particularly while they are being formally interviewed. You will ensure the child understands their rights the importance of a solicitor the police processes and the reason for his/her/their detention. You will attend the police interview to ensure that it is carried out fairly. There is always an out of duty team or YJS manager on call to provide support by phone.

What we are looking for

Volunteers need to be 18 or over

Have experience of working with or supporting young people or vulnerable adults (this could be in work volunteering or personal setting)

Able to respond to unplanned call outs at short notice

Good communication skills

Able to build empathy and rapport with young people

To ensure that fair process is met throughout the childs time within custody

Able to maintain a non-judgmental approach and follow anti-oppressive & anti-discriminatory practices

Able to adhere to NYC and Youth Justice Service policies and procedures during the course of all volunteering activities

All Youth Justice Volunteers are required to complete an enhanced DBS check

Availability Requirements:

Scarborough: Available weekends including weekend evenings. Weekday availability would be an advantage

Additional Information

The role involves being called out to the Police Station usually at short notice during an agreed slot on the rota. You will need to be able to get to Scarborough police station within an hour. We provide AA cover to the Police from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week. There is never an obligation to attend. You will need to be able to make your own way to the Police Station and expenses can be claimed for required journeys.

As an Appropriate Adult youll receive specific training on:

Safeguarding

Appropriate Adult Training

Continuous training is provided whilst volunteering as part of NYC which supports working with children and families

How to Apply

If you are interested in volunteering as an Appropriate Adult please click Apply!

If you have further questions about the position please contact Sara on or for an informal discussion about the role

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis so early applications are encouraged.

Deadline for applications: Friday 13^th November 5pm