Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer for Person We Support

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Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer for Person We Support, Maidstone

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Client:

SeeAbility

Location:

Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

9

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Role Description

Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer for Person We Support

Location: Maidstone

Time Commitment: 3-4 hours per week

As a Befriender Volunteer, you’ll play an important role in the lives of those in need of companionship. We are looking for someone to support a person with sight loss to help them to get out and about. This may include going for walks, lunch, or helping them attend organized activities such as horse riding or shopping. This role is very rewarding and fun!

There will be an introductory period to help you get to know the person we support and for them to get to know you, building trust. The team at our Maidstone service is highly experienced and will support you during this period.

• To have a good sense of humour, love to chat, and be a good listener
• To be punctual and reliable
• To be kind, empathetic, and patient
• To handle information in line with data protection and confidentiality procedures
• To assist with sighted guide/orientation when necessary

Applicants must be over 18. To apply, click the 'apply' button below and complete the application form. 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 training and role-specific training are mandatory.

At SeeAbility, we support people with learning disabilities and autism, who may also have sight loss, to achieve their goals daily. We challenge societal expectations and promote independence.

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

If you have questions or wish to speak with our Volunteering Team before applying, please email us.

This opportunity allows you to make a direct impact, stay active, meet new people, and develop new skills through training. Volunteers can claim travel expenses.