Community Support Volunteer – VH04

About with Friends; Cromer; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An active charity is seeking dedicated volunteers to support individuals with learning disabilities in their placements. This role involves working one-on-one to motivate and encourage members, helping them engage in social activities and develop new skills. By joining this vibrant organization, you will play a crucial role in empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives and build lasting friendships. If you are passionate about making a difference and enjoy working with diverse groups, this volunteer opportunity is perfect for you.

Responsibilities

• Support and encourage members at their placements.
• Enable members to participate fully in their activities.

Job description

Role:
Volunteers will work on a one-to-one basis with members at their placements, supporting, encouraging, motivating and generally enabling the member to participate fully in their placement.

Time commitment:
Ideally, About with Friends are looking for a regular commitment of one or more sessions a week.

About the charity:
About with Friends is an active and energetic charity that is based in Cromer, North Norfolk. Their main purpose is to offer children, young people and adults with learning disabilities the chance to lead the lives they choose. Members have the opportunity to develop lasting friendships, engage in social activities, get involved in the community, have the chance to try new experiences and to learn new skills for both life and work.

How to apply:
If you are interested in this role and would like to apply or would like more information, contact the Volunteer Hub at Merchants’ Place –
E: [e-mail]
T: 01263 519454

Alternatively, you can complete an online registration form and your details will be sent to us directly. A link for the form can be found on our Volunteer Hub page on our website.