INDEPENDENT CUSTODY VISITOR SCHEME, run by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority.
This is an opportunity to offer protection to detainees, the police and reassurance to the community at large.
You will gain an insight into the criminal justice system by making unannounced visits to the South Yorkshire Police Custody Suites to check on the welfare of detainees held in the suites. Visits are flexible and full training is provided.
The role requires volunteers to carry out 1 visit each month [or as many as you like], attend 2 panel meetings each year, and an induction training session.
Tasks include:-
To arrange and carry out custody visits to custody suites in line with the panel rota, scheme guidelines and training received.-
To carry out the duties of an Independent Custody Visitor (ICV) as set out in the scheme’s handbook, giving due regard to Health and Safety requirements of the custody visiting scheme and custody suite.
Where appropriate, examine the detainee’s custody record to clarify and check any concerns raised by the detainee.
To discuss with the custody officer any concerns and requests arising from the visit and bring to their attention any issues that need to be dealt with.
To complete the ICV report form, ensuring that all relevant information is recorded accurately, clearly and concisely.-
To ensure the completed ICV report form is distributed / emailed to the appropriate people on leaving the police station.
To keep the Lead ICV and other panel members informed of any problems relating to own ability to meet the requirements of the visiting rota or changes in personal circumstances.
To attend and take an active part in ICV Panel meetings.
To complete and submit expenses claims in line with the OPCC Expenses Policy.
To attend seminars, developmental and training sessions as and when required.-
To contribute towards the success of the ICV Scheme, promoting improvement in the way that the scheme is delivered.
Perks and Benefits:-
Free training and South Yorkshire Police vetting clearance;
an introduction into the criminal justice arena for this responsible role; enhances CV for roles in many specialisms including policing and the criminal justice arena;
improves confidence and communication skills.
Mileage and parking expenses paid at government rate.
Skills You'll Need:- Must be reliable and punctual to attend police stations as per the rota. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing with people from a variety of backgrounds. Can demonstrate the ability to form good working relationships with a variety of people. Can demonstrate sufficient time and flexibility to volunteer. Be able to work with colleagues as part of a team. Have the ability to be objective and impartial. Demonstrate the ability to complete forms clearly and concisely. Desirable: We will give training. But have basic knowledge of relevant parts of the criminal justice system and the role of an Independent Custody Visitor Have an interest in the rights and welfare of individuals in the criminal justice system.
This is an opportunity to offer protection to detainees, the police and reassurance to the community at large. You will gain an insight into the criminal justice system. Details can be found at,
Please send application forms and diversity monitoring forms to Policingandreform@southyorkshire-ca.gov.uk Telephone enquiries can be made at: 0114 2964150, leave a message and we'll call you back. 😊