Custody Support Advocate — Safeguarding & Rights

Nini Social Care Services CIC; Brighton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated individual to serve as an Appropriate or Responsible Adult. The role involves supporting young people or vulnerable adults during legal processes, ensuring rights and welfare are protected, with emphasis on safeguarding and compassionate guidance.

You will carry out appropriate adult call-outs, assist through custody processes or meetings, ensure understanding of rights, maintain

Qualifications

• Ability to mentor and support vulnerable individuals.
• Understanding of safeguarding principles and rights of service users.
• Clear, compassionate communication with young people and adults.

Responsibilities

• Carry out appropriate adult call-outs to venues as required.
• Support a child or vulnerable adult through custody processes or meetings.
• Ensure rights, health, welfare and access to a solicitor are observed.
• Maintain confidentiality and liaise between parties and professionals.
• Attend ongoing training and promote safeguarding and welfare.

Skills

Mentoring

Safeguarding awareness

Communication skills

Job description

Ceredigion County Council Direct Payment Support Service in the United Kingdom is seeking a dedicated individual to serve as an Appropriate or Responsible Adult. The role involves supporting young people or vulnerable adults during legal processes, ensuring rights and welfare are protected, with emphasis on safeguarding and compassionate guidance.

You will carry out appropriate adult call-outs, assist through custody processes or meetings, ensure understanding of rights, maintain