Children and Young People Befriender- Doncaster and Surrounding Villages

Time2Volunteer; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a meaningful volunteer opportunity with a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of young people. As a befriender, you will provide essential support and companionship to children in care, helping them build confidence and explore new experiences. This role requires a commitment of just a few hours each month over two years, offering you the chance to make a lasting difference in your community. With training provided and all expenses covered, this is a rewarding opportunity for anyone looking to contribute positively while gaining invaluable experience in child welfare and mentoring.

Benefits

Training provided

Travel expenses covered

Flexible commitment

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Ability to provide consistent support and encouragement to young people.
• Strong communication skills to engage with children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Attend training to gain necessary skills for the role.
• Be a reliable role model and support the child's development.
• Encourage the child to explore new experiences.

Skills

Child Welfare

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Time Management

Youth Services

Job description

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Children and Young People Befriender - Doncaster and Surrounding Villages

The Hull Independent Visitors Service (Children and Young Person befriender) is seeking volunteers to make a difference in young people's lives. As an independent visitor, you will befriend and visit a young person living in the care of the council, such as in a residential unit or foster care. Young people are usually aged between 5 and 18 years.

We ask that you can give a young person a few hours per month for a minimum of two years. This commitment is important for the young person's social, emotional, and educational development.

Activities can involve anything from football in the park, seeing the latest films, or other activities you both want to do. Budget and travel expenses are provided each month.

Additional Information:
The role requires two references and an enhanced DBS check, which is free. All volunteer expenses are paid in full once returned to the project.

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Attend the training provided to equip you with the skills and knowledge for the role.
• Be a consistent, reliable, and positive adult role model in their life.
• Meet the child/young person at their home and travel to your chosen activity.
• Encourage the child/young person to try new and different experiences.
• Support and encourage the child/young person to help build their self-confidence.

Skills and Experience Gained

Child Welfare, Children's Support, Communication Skills, Mentoring, Time Management, Youth Services

Location and Commitment

Doncaster, UK
4 hours every month until February 28, 2027

Contact Information

HEY Smile Foundation
East Riding enquiries
Address:
Hull CVS, The Strand, 75 Beverley Road, Hull HU31XL