Children and Young Peoples Volunteer- Wolverhampton
Children and Young Peoples Volunteer- Wolverhampton
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Job Description
Overview
Our Independent Visiting service is looking for volunteers in or near to Wolverhampton.
- Are you passionate about wanting to help young people
- Do you have 2 to 4 hours to spare once a month
- Are you ready to make a longterm regular commitment
If the answer is yes and you would like to support a child or young person currently in the care of their local authority then we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
Become an Independent Visitor
We are looking for fun reliable and enthusiastic volunteers from all different cultures backgrounds and experiences who have a genuine interest in making a difference to the lives of children and young people.
You will decide with your young person what to do but activities could include going to the cinema bowling playing football going to a restaurant riding a bike or walking in a park. We will match you with a child you share common interests with.
You do not need experience of working with children and young people just an interest in their development and welfare. Full training and support are provided.
Heres a few of the young people we have waiting for a volunteer
- Amy 12 lives with an older carer she would like an active Independent Visitor who can do sports with her.
- Brad 13 lives in residential care with other young people he doesnt have anyone in his family visit. He would like an Independent Visitor to take him out and have fun like the other young people.
- Cassie 16 lives with cares in a new town she doesnt have any friends in the area yet. She would like an Independent Visitor to help with her confidence and going out in the local area she loves hot chocolate and cake.
- Danny 11 lives with foster carers and attends a special school. He would like an Independent Visitor to help him be more independent he likes parks aeroplanes and animals.
- Emma 9 lives with her carer in a very busy household she would like an Independent Visitor to spend some time with her on her own trying different activities together.
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The Application
- Volunteering mainly happens at weekends and after school hours as the young people are usually in school during the daytime
- The role requires commitment of at least 24 months with one visit per month; this ensures stability for the Child or Young Person
- Complete the Personal Statement section on the application formas fully as possible; tell us all about you; it forms part of the shortlisting process
Our values are to be Compassionate Open and Bold. If this sounds like you please click the apply button. Alternatively if you would like to discuss the role in more detail please call or email and we will be happy to help.
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If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
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