Volunteer - Custody Navigator

Criminal Justice
Abingdon
Volunteer
As and when required
Volunteer

The Custody Navigator scheme is an initiative provided by the Thames Valley Violence Reduction Unit (VRU), working in Abingdon custody suite, Oxfordshire.  The aim is to engage adults to help them make the right choices and to step away from crime. 

The Custody Navigators will engage and listen to those detained in custody and seek to understand how they have become involved in criminality. They will provide help and support aimed to steer them away from criminality and support them on a new journey. 

Navigators will use the Custody suites as a ‘reachable and teachable’ moment, visiting detainees seeking out those who are ready for change.  A reachable moment is when the client can be reflective and open to intervention. The Navigators will not discuss the circumstances of an arrest or any on-going criminal investigation. The sole purpose of the visit by the Custody Navigator will be to work with the detainee to address ways of looking for alternative ways of removing them from a life of crime.  The work of the Custody Navigator will be supported by Hospital Navigator, based around the county and soon to follow Community Navigators. 

If you have a few hours to spare then please complete the online application form. If you have any queries on completing the application form, please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77, quoting reference 18402.     

Please note this vacancy will be removed once sufficient candidates have been sourced. 

As a volunteer within the police service, you will be subjected to a level of police vetting. The level will be dependent upon the role and it’s access requirements. With the higher levels of vetting, applicants could be asked to provide details of family members, partner, partner’s parents and co-residents, as well as additional information regarding their own personal circumstances. This process is required to ensure that Thames Valley Police comply with the legislation of the Vetting Code of Practice. 

Whilst we endeavour to complete all vetting within 30 working days of receipt of vetting forms, unfortunately this is not always the case due to operational demand and back-logs, and could take considerably longer.

At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities.  Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission.  As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.

Working Smart.  You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day.  In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce. 

Supporting You.  Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do.  Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives.  We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with.  We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card.  Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.

Developing YouWe promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential. 

Valuing Difference.  We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference.  Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.    

Vetting.  All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.

This opportunity is closed to applications.