Volunteer Appropriate Adult: Custody Rights Advocate

CARING FOR COMMUNITIES AND PEOPLE; Bamfurlong; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization is looking for Appropriate Adult Volunteers to assist vulnerable adults and young people in police custody. The role involves ensuring welfare needs are met, assisting communication with law enforcement, and advocating for rights. Volunteers will receive full training and support, with opportunities for development within the criminal justice sector. Mileage expense is covered at 45 pences per mile.

Benefits

Full AA training

Ongoing support and supervision

Mileage paid at 45 p per mile

Qualifications

• Commitment to attend call‑outs and a monthly rota.
• Availability for shifts from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.
• Willingness to complete full AA training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the detained person's welfare needs are met.
• Assist in communication with the police.
• Observe the police process and ensure fairness.

Skills

Full driving licence

Good communication skills

Understanding of legal procedures

Job description

A community support organization is looking for Appropriate Adult Volunteers to assist vulnerable adults and young people in police custody. The role involves ensuring welfare needs are met, assisting communication with law enforcement, and advocating for rights. Volunteers will receive full training and support, with opportunities for development within the criminal justice sector. Mileage expense is covered at 45 pences per mile.