Volunteer Mentors

Big Brothers Big Sisters West Sussex; Crawley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An inspiring charity is seeking compassionate adult volunteers to serve as Mentors for children in need. This role involves dedicating just a few hours each month to engage in fun activities, fostering confidence and meaningful connections. With full training and support provided, you will play a vital role in a child's development, helping them explore their horizons and build healthy relationships. Join this rewarding journey and make a significant difference in a young person's life.

Benefits

Full training and support

Welcome Pack

Opportunity to make a difference

Qualifications

• Ability to engage with children and build relationships.
• Commitment to spending a few hours a month with a child.

Responsibilities

• Spend time with a child doing simple activities.
• Help a child develop confidence and healthy relationships.

Skills

Patience

Kindness

Willingness to support

Job description

Volunteer Mentors

Big Brothers Big Sisters is a national child mentoring programme that provides caring adult volunteers to children who need it most.

Are you a caring adult with a few hours to spare? BBBS is a relatively new charity in the UK (although well established in the USA), and we are looking for caring adult Mentors for children who, for whatever reason, are unable to live with their birth parents.

As a Mentor, you would spend a few hours a month, over a period of a year or more, with a child that is suitably matched. You will spend time together doing simple activities, such as riding a bike or picking up conkers.

Just a few hours a month doing fun activities together can really help a child develop confidence, explore their horizons, and build meaningful, healthy relationships.

We offer a Welcome Pack available on request, which provides full details of this wonderful programme.

What skills do I need?

You need to have patience, kindness, and a willingness to walk alongside a young person.

We welcome adult Mentors of all ages and from all walks of life, and we provide full training and support throughout your journey together.