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Witness Service Volunteer
When We Need You
From 01/04/2005 onwards
About Opportunity
Volunteers expected to attend court from 9.30am on one day a week generally a Thursday or Friday. They should allow a full day, however in practice court business is often finished before 1pm. Volunteers are required to meet witnesses arriving at court and explain to them the process of being a witness. They should also offer where possible the opportunity to see the empty courtroom and give explanations about personnel within the courtroom who will ask questions and speak to witnesses.
Availability
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About Witness Service
To help people through the judicial process by providing practical and emotional support.
Skills & Experience
General lifeskills and ability to relate to people. No knowledge of law required, just an interest in people and a willingness to ascertain specific needs.
Travel Details
Fort William
Restrictions
Insurance
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Training and Induction Details
Four day course following initial interview.2-way evaluation allowing volunteer to decide whether or not it is what they want to do. All aspects of criminal justice system, input from others involved defence solicitor, PF. Based on scenario/groupwork.
Work Type
Justice / Legal assistance
Client Group
Crime / Safety
Expenses Detail
Public transport and mileage rates. Lunch Daily by arrangement.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
10 hours per Month. Minimum Commitment: 6 Month
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
6
Reference Code
43-213
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
An Drochaid
Claggan Road
PH33 6PH
Contact: Signpost
Tel: 01397-706044
Email: Flora.McKee@valochaber.org
Website: http://www.valochaber.org
