The team is looking for people to act as:

· An Appropriate Adult, supporting young people who have been arrested and are being detained and interviewed at the police station;

· A General Volunteer, working with children eight-17 years of age to help prevent them getting involved in offending; visiting and writing to young people in prison, and supporting young people with their bail conditions.

· A Mentor Volunteer, taking part in leisure and social activities with a young person and helping them tackle personal issues.

Experience of working with young people is beneficial but not essential. Training and support will be provided.

Angela Crossland, York Youth Offending Service Manager, City of York Council, said: “Volunteering with young offenders or young people at risk of offending can be challenging, but it can also be enormously rewarding. Many of the young people we work with don’t have a responsible adult in their life who they can trust so the volunteering roles are incredibly important. I’d urge anyone who thinks they have the skills and the time we need to get in touch.

For more information call alison.cammiss@york.gov.uk or ring on 01904 554565