Community Engagement Volunteer (Lincolnshire)

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Community Engagement Volunteer (Lincolnshire)

Sector: Charity and Not for Profit
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time

Last year 786,574 people were offered information and support from Victim Support. As a VS Community Engagement Volunteer, you will help us reach more victims of crime.

County/Borough: Lincolnshire
Office location: Victim Support, Autumn Park Business Centre, Autumn Park, Dysart Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 7EU
Expected Number of Hours: 3 or more hours per week
DBS required? Enhanced
Police vetting required? No
Closing Date: 16/05/2025
Refno: 6112

Why volunteer with us?

• Make a difference - you will use your local knowledge to share what we do and how we can help.
• Gain skills and experience - you will learn the skills to effectively present and engage.
• Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 1,500 volunteers and staff.
• Beyond your role - attend one of our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.

Volunteering with Victim Support in Lincolnshire

As a Volunteer in Lincolnshire your role will include:

• Raise awareness of our services
• Work alongside and liaise with key partners such as police, schools and local businesses
• Attend any events and presentations on behalf of the service

What we ask of you?

In order to join us as a Community Engagement Volunteer, you must:

• Attend Bishop Grosseteste University Lincoln
• Be 18 years of age or over.
• Be able to volunteer for at least 4 hours per month, for at least 15 weeks.
• Complete a 3-day workbook.
• Undertake an enhanced DBS check where required
• Be able to provide two satisfactory references.
• Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.

Expenses

• All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.

Diversity Matters

• VS strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard.
• VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role.
• We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.

Want to find out more?

• If you have any questions or would like to find out more about this role, please contact nikita.murva@victimsupport.org.uk.

Company

Victim Support is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe having a diverse workforce at all levels allows us to represent the communities we serve and connect better with people affected by crime.