Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer

TN United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer in Guildford, where you will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities and autism. This role offers a flexible time commitment, allowing you to engage in enjoyable activities such as attending concerts, visiting gardens, and going on shopping trips. As a reliable companion, your kindness and empathy will help support those in need, while also giving you the opportunity to meet new people and develop new skills. Volunteering with us is a rewarding experience that promotes social inclusion and personal growth.

Benefits

Travel expenses can be claimed

Safeguarding training

Role-specific training

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 years old.
• DBS check and two references required.

Responsibilities

• Be a reliable companion for activities like concerts and shopping.
• Support individuals with learning disabilities and autism.

Skills

Good sense of humour

Punctuality

Empathy

Confidentiality

Assisting with sighted guide/orientation

Job description

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Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer, Guildford

Client: SeeAbility

Location: Guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: ce6b19bc1397

Job Views: 8

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Role Description

Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer

Location: Guildford

Time Commitment: Flexible

The Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer will play an important role in the lives of the people we support in Guildford by being a reliable companion to attend activities they enjoy, such as attending concerts, going to the cinema, taking walks, visiting gardening centres, shopping trips, etc.

Skills required:

• Good sense of humour and love for chatting
• Punctuality and reliability
• Kind, empathetic, and friendly nature
• Ability to handle information confidentially in line with data protection procedures
• Assist with sighted guide/orientation when necessary

Please note that applicants must be over 18 years old. To apply, click the 'apply' button and complete the application form. A member of our Volunteering Team will contact you for an informal chat and next steps. A DBS check and two references are required before confirmation. Additionally, safeguarding and role-specific training will be provided.

About Us

At SeeAbility, we support people with learning disabilities and autism, who may also have sight loss, to achieve their goals daily.

We encourage individuals with disabilities to challenge societal expectations.

Founded as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the UK's oldest disability charities, pioneering support for over 220 years.

If you have questions or want to speak with our Volunteering Team before applying, please email us. Volunteering offers a chance to make a positive impact, stay active, meet new people, and develop new skills. Travel expenses can be claimed.