As a Family Support Volunteer, you will provide additional support to the families we work with by either volunteering alongside our Family Support Workers, or supporting families independently.
Your role may include: Social support for siblings e.g. supporting interests, craft and play activities or helping with homework.
Accompanying the family on days out or sibling trips during the school holidays Accompanying the family to hospital appointments
Practical support in the family home such as housework, shopping or gardening.
What we’re looking for:
An excellent communicator who can build relationships with children and young people
Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds Experience of interacting with children and young people.
Confidence in working with children and young people with complex health needs.
An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour
A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality.
A full driving licence and use of your own transport may be required in some locations.
All ages from 18 onwards are welcome
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Your commitment: Requirements for support can vary depending on family circumstances, but we ask that you are able to volunteer for one session per week, Monday – Friday, during the day
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