Opportunity type: Long-term Commitment
Role: Advice, Information and Support Work
District: Boroughwide
Time of day: Weekday Mornings, Weekday Afternoons
Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access? Yes
Location: Indoor
Description: The Witness Service provides practical and emotional support and information to witnesses so that they feel valued, respected and informed and able to give their best evidence in court. The role involves 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. Our volunteers come from a range of backgrounds and we particularly welcome applications from people with physical or mental health conditions, and people from Black Asian Minority Ethnic (Global Majority) and LGBTQIA+ communities. We are committed to offering a welcoming and inclusive environment to witnesses, staff, and volunteers. Please be aware that courts vary in terms of accessibility and provision and are under the control of HMCTS. We will strive at every opportunity to support accessibility needs where resources allow.
Requirements: Other
Email: danny.wood@citizensadvice.org.uk
Phone: 07920588863
