Support at and for a court attendance
Witness Service Court Volunteer aged 18+. The role is court based and will involve providing support to witnesses, and their supporters, by explaining the court procedures and legal terminology, showing them around the courtroom before trial and sitting in the courtroom with them when permitted.
Witness Service Outreach Volunteer aged 18+. Main duties and responsibilities include meeting witnesses away from the court environment, either at their home or other agreed safe place, to assess their needs and provide support. Together with the witness, and where appropriate their carer/ support worker/ parent/ guardian, develop a tailored plan of preparation and support. The purpose of this preparation and support is to help reduce their anxiety and trauma and enable them to give their best evidence.
Time commitment: A suggested weekly time commitment is one day.
Expenses reimbursed: Travel expenses and food expenses are reimbursed.
Training provided: Full training is provided.
Selection procedures: An informal discussion, application form completion, 2 references and a disclosure and barring check (cost met by organisation).
If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact us using the form below.