Lay Advisors to MAPPA (Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements)
OFFERED BY:
National Probation ServiceLocation(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: This opportunity is based in Nottinghamshire How many places are on offer? 2
Purpose of Role:
MAPPA (Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements) are administrative arrangements established under statute for the purpose of assessing and managing the risks posed by certain offenders in the community who may cause harm to the public.
The Nottinghamshire MAPPA unit is looking to recruit 2 MAPPA lay advisor as volunteers with paid expenses to join the Nottinghamshire MAPPA Strategic Management Board (SMB).
The Nottinghamshire MAPPA unit is looking to recruit 2 MAPPA lay advisor as volunteers with paid expenses to join the Nottinghamshire MAPPA Strategic Management Board (SMB).
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
MAPPA (Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements) are administrative arrangements established under statute for the purpose of assessing and managing the risks posed by certain offenders in the community who may cause harm to the public.
The Nottinghamshire MAPPA unit is looking to recruit 2 MAPPA lay advisor as volunteers with paid expenses to join the Nottinghamshire MAPPA Strategic Management Board (SMB). Lay advisors are volunteers who are required to become familiar with the role and objectives of MAPPA. They act as independent yet informed observers who are able to pose questions which the professionals closely involved in the work might not think of asking. They also bring to the SMB their understanding and perspective of the local community – where they must reside or have strong links. A full induction will be provided to the successful candidates.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates who identify as disabled, Black, Asian, from a minority ethnic background, LGBTQIA+ or any under-represented background.
Role Specific
Attendance at each Strategic Management Board (SMB) meeting.
Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of the operation of MAPPA in Nottinghamshire.
Attend a level 2 or 3 MAPP meeting quarterly, to assist in understanding the process and to enabling the monitoring and evaluation of MAPPA.
Confirm that the SMB has created effective links with other multi-agency forums, e.g. the Local Criminal Justice Board and the Local Safeguarding Children Boards.
Assist in the preparation of the MAPPA annual report.
Participate in any SMB sub-groups, working parties or projects.
Participate in reviewing the SMB Business Plan and broader communication strategy.
Participate in reviewing and questioning local MAPPA statistics.
Attend local and regional events with the agreement of the Responsible Authority (Police, Probation, Prison Service).
Be able to provide up to 8 hours a month
The Nottinghamshire MAPPA unit is looking to recruit 2 MAPPA lay advisor as volunteers with paid expenses to join the Nottinghamshire MAPPA Strategic Management Board (SMB). Lay advisors are volunteers who are required to become familiar with the role and objectives of MAPPA. They act as independent yet informed observers who are able to pose questions which the professionals closely involved in the work might not think of asking. They also bring to the SMB their understanding and perspective of the local community – where they must reside or have strong links. A full induction will be provided to the successful candidates.
We particularly welcome applications from candidates who identify as disabled, Black, Asian, from a minority ethnic background, LGBTQIA+ or any under-represented background.
Role Specific
Attendance at each Strategic Management Board (SMB) meeting.
Contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of the operation of MAPPA in Nottinghamshire.
Attend a level 2 or 3 MAPP meeting quarterly, to assist in understanding the process and to enabling the monitoring and evaluation of MAPPA.
Confirm that the SMB has created effective links with other multi-agency forums, e.g. the Local Criminal Justice Board and the Local Safeguarding Children Boards.
Assist in the preparation of the MAPPA annual report.
Participate in any SMB sub-groups, working parties or projects.
Participate in reviewing the SMB Business Plan and broader communication strategy.
Participate in reviewing and questioning local MAPPA statistics.
Attend local and regional events with the agreement of the Responsible Authority (Police, Probation, Prison Service).
Be able to provide up to 8 hours a month
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
No formal educational qualifications are necessary but must be able to understand complex information in written and numerical form.
Interest in community and social issues, preferably with a track record of involvement in them.
Capacity for emotional resilience, retaining sensitivity whilst dealing with tragic or painful human situations. In particular, this includes an ability to understand the needs and feelings of both victims and offenders.
Good social skills.
Able to work effectively with people in groups and in formal meetings.
An awareness of and commitment to equality and diversity.
Able to challenge, constructively, the views and assumptions of senior professionals.
Able to maintain confidentiality appropriate to the circumstances and local protocols.
Interest in community and social issues, preferably with a track record of involvement in them.
Capacity for emotional resilience, retaining sensitivity whilst dealing with tragic or painful human situations. In particular, this includes an ability to understand the needs and feelings of both victims and offenders.
Good social skills.
Able to work effectively with people in groups and in formal meetings.
An awareness of and commitment to equality and diversity.
Able to challenge, constructively, the views and assumptions of senior professionals.
Able to maintain confidentiality appropriate to the circumstances and local protocols.
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
A couple of sessions
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes