Appropriate Adult - Maidstone
Young Lives Foundation
To support a young person or vulnerable adult in police custody, assisting and supporting them throughout the custodial process, and to ensure the police are treating them fairly and properly.
What can I do to help? The Police and Criminal Evidence Act (1984) Code of Practice for the detention, treatment and questioning of persons by police officers, requires the attendance of an appropriate adult at the police station in all cases where a juvenile or vulnerable adult has been arrested. The appropriate adult's role is to advise and assist the detained person. An appropriate adult is not simply there to act as an observer, but to make representations and to offer advice and support to ensure the most vulnerable are safeguarded throughout their detention.
Advice, Information & Support,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Driving (must have full driving license)
Managing People, Negotiating, UK Driving Licence, Talking To Others
· A listening ear · An open, non-judgemental approach · Flexibility · Commitment · The want to help us make a difference!
· Expenses and mileage costs reimbursed · Volunteer events · Becoming part of a supportive and growing team · Support and guidance from your Coordinator · Free training opportunities · Helping to shape and influence the lives of young people
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ME15 6SX
71 College road Maidstone Kent
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