Become a volunteer with the Leeds Youth Justice Service and help prevent young people who have offended from getting into further trouble.
To become a volunteer you will need to:
- be aged over 21
- pass an enhanced DBS check (we will do this once you have completed training)
- take part in training - between 4 and 6 sessions in the evening or on a Saturday
- be able to commit to a minimum of 12 months service, volunteering every couple of weeks
Volunteer roles
Panel member
Panels aim to reduce reoffending by young people. As a panel member, you will meet with the young people, their parents or carers and sometimes their victims, to help the young person understand the impact of their crime and take responsibility for their actions.
It’s mainly for young people who have admitted guilt and been convicted of their first offence.
Mentor
In this role you will provide one to one guidance and support to young people, helping to improve their motivation and engagement.
How to apply
We are not currently accepting applications to volunteer for the service.
If you have any questions about any of our roles, please email the team at
leeds.yos.volunteer@leeds.gov.uk.
If there aren’t any current opportunities to become a volunteer, we’ll keep your details for 6 months and contact you if a role becomes available.
