Children and Young People's Volunteer- Rugeley

Change Grow Live; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate volunteers to support children and young people in care. This rewarding role involves spending time with young individuals, engaging in activities like sports and outings, and helping to build their confidence. With full training and support provided, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. If you are enthusiastic and reliable, and can commit to at least two years, we would love to hear from you!

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed; genuine interest in children's welfare is key.
• Full training and ongoing support provided.

Responsibilities

• Spend quality time with children engaging in fun activities.
• Build supportive relationships based on shared interests.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Empathy

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Job description

Join to apply for the Children and Young People's Volunteer - Rugeley role at Change Grow Live.

About the Role

Our Independent Visiting service is seeking volunteers in or near Rugeley to support children and young people in care. If you are passionate about helping young people and can commit 2 to 4 hours once a month, we would love to hear from you.

What You Will Do

• Spend quality time with a child or young person, engaging in activities like going to the cinema, bowling, sports, dining out, riding bikes, or walking in parks.
• Build a supportive relationship based on shared interests.

Requirements

• No prior experience working with children is necessary; a genuine interest in their development and welfare is important.
• Full training and ongoing support are provided.
• Commitment of at least 24 months with one visit per month to ensure stability for the young person.

Who Can Apply

We welcome volunteers from diverse backgrounds who are reliable, enthusiastic, and eager to make a difference. Activities are mainly scheduled on weekends and after school hours.

Meet Some of the Young People

• Amy (12): Likes sports and lives with an older carer.
• Brad (13): Lives in residential care; enjoys outings and fun activities.
• Cassie (16): New to the area; loves hot chocolate and cake, needs confidence-building.
• Danny (11): Likes parks, aeroplanes, and animals; seeks independence.
• Emma (9): Enjoys spending time alone and trying new activities.

Application Process

• Complete the application form thoroughly, especially the Personal Statement section.
• Volunteering is primarily during weekends and after school.
• This role requires an enhanced DBS check.

Contact

If interested, please apply via the button below or contact Rachel Turner at [e-mail] or call 01785887954 for more information.

Our values are Compassionate, Open, and Bold. If this resonates with you, we look forward to hearing from you.