Family Support Volunteer
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Job Summary
Minimum Age 18
Disclosure Checks Yes
Is driving essential for the role - No
What we need you to do
Your volunteer role will include but is not limited to:
- Supporting play between the children and carers within our venues and other community buildings
- Promoting the learning opportunities associated with activities offered which could be Parenting Groups or Adult Learning courses
- Signposting carers to appropriate members of staff or other services for support and advice
- Helping to set up and clear away after activities
- Opportunities to accompany families to other groups and services
- Reporting any concerns or problems to staff members
- Contributing to the planning and evaluation to develop the group
- Opportunities to become involved in other Action for Children volunteering roles locally and nationally
What Skills and experience do you need
- Find working with families valuable
- Enjoy being with children
- Have a friendly manner and good sense of humour
- Understand the needs of young children and their families
- Have a non-judgemental attitude
- Are reliable
- Are able to communicate clearly
- Have an understanding of keeping children safe
- Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality
What we can offer:
- An excellent opportunity to build skills and volunteer within our charity.
- We can be a reference for any future endeavours.
- Access to exclusive volunteer benefits.
What we ask of you:
- To provide two references from non-family members and other relevant documents related to the role.
- To keep to all the charitys policies and guidelines.
- To complete an induction and any training relating to the role.
If you have any further questions about the role or need assistance with application form then please contact or
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About Company
Volunteering with Action for Children is a meaningful way to help some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and families. It’s also an opportunity to develop and enjoy new experiences. You’ll connect with your community, meet new people, learn new skills and share what you know.
