The buses provide a haven at the centre of the nightime economy for anyone who is vulnerable or at risk.

- Giving emergency first aid and medical care. Open Road works with Remote Medic UK, registered healthcare professionals. This means fewer people end up in hospital 

- Reducing anti-social behaviour, violent crime and fights caused by drug and alcohol misuse 

- Supporting people who have been overcome by drugs and alcohol 

- Supporting vulnerable people at risk from theft, violence, mental health issues, abuse, homelessness and harassment 

- Giving practical help in contacting friends and relatives or help getting home 

- Providing a place of safety

- Working with pubs, clubs, the Police and Street Pastors to give on the spot support to help diffuse trouble

We work alongside paramedics for first aid support which can give students great experience if this is something they are looking to get into.

We need your help to keep this service going and to make Chelmsford an enjoyable and safer place to visit at weekends!

For more information about the currently available volunteer roles and the application process, please click the ‘Send me application details’ button.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

To carry out Appropriate Adult call-outs between the hours of 7am – 11pm, to designated police stations as agreed with the Appropriate Adult Duty Officer

To ensure that the vulnerable person understands their rights and the police processes whilst in custody.

To support and assist the vulnerable person through the custody process.

To ensure that the health, well being, legal rights, access to a solicitor and entitlements of the vulnerable person whilst in custody are in accordance with PACE code C.

To consult the vulnerable person’s custody record to clarify and check any concerns raised by the vulnerable person or police.

To complete the Appropriate Adult Report Form, ensuring that all relevant information is recorded correctly, clearly and concisely.

To maintain the confidentiality of information received in the course of your role, and ensure that information is not disclosed to a third party.

To attend and participate in continuous training, support and 1-1 sessions as required.

To actively ensure the safeguarding and promote the welfare of the vulnerable person whilst undertaking the above duties.

For more information please click the 'Send me application details' button to the left