Youth offender panel members play a very important part in the youth justice system in England and Wales, and we are keen that employers recognise the value of this work. However, you may wonder what it might mean if an employee wishes to become a panel member.
Click to read our general frequently asked questions on youth offender panels or read the following questions most often asked by employers.
What is the time commitment?
Panel meetings can normally be arranged around the work/time commitments of panel members. Most panel members will give up about three hours a fortnight.
How will it benefit employers?
Employers should benefit from both the training and the experience of panel members. All panel members will be given full training, which will develop communication skills and equip them to assess people and situations and make important decisions. These and other skills should be easily transferable into most work situations.
Are panel members paid?
Panel members are volunteers, so they are not paid. But they should not be out of pocket either - travel and childcare expenses will be paid by the local YOT.
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