Individual Placement Support Volunteer

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Volunteer and make a meaningful difference in people's lives. This role offers a unique opportunity to support individuals in their recovery while developing valuable skills and enhancing your CV. You'll work alongside a passionate team, helping to create safer, healthier communities. With flexible opportunities available, you can volunteer around your schedule and gain hands-on experience in health and social care. If you're ready to contribute to a positive change, this rewarding experience awaits you!

Benefits

Personal Growth

Career Development

Flexible Opportunities

Supportive Team

Travel Expenses Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Understanding challenges faced by service users.
• Enjoys meeting others and providing support.

Responsibilities

• Support Employment Specialists in developing local employer networks.
• Attend community events like job fairs.

Skills

IT skills

Job description

Overview

Join our Team as a Volunteer!

Volunteering with Change Grow Live is a great way to make a real difference in people’s lives whilst gaining valuable experience. Whether you want to give back to your community, develop new skills, or meet like-minded people, there are plenty of reasons to get involved.

Highlights from out 2024 Volunteer Survey:

97% of our volunteers are enthusiastic about their role.

94% would recommend Change Grow Live as a place to volunteer.

94% said that they receive the respect they deserve.

Responsibilities

Volunteering as an Individual Placement Support Volunteer (IPS) will enable you play a pivotal role in helping people get back on their feet and back to work. You’ll have a chance to support our Employment Specialists to develop a pool of suitable employers in the local community and attend community events such as job fairs.

We are looking for someone who understands the challenges faced by those who use our services and who enjoys meeting others whilst using their IT skills.

What You’ll Get Out of Volunteering

• Personal Growth – Build confidence, learn new skills, share your expertise and gain hands-on experience in health and social care.
• Career Development – Access training, gain insight into the sector, and boost your CV for future opportunities.
• Make a Difference – Support people in their recovery and help create safer, healthier communities.
• Flexible Opportunities – Fit volunteering around your schedule with a variety of roles available.
• Join a supportive team – Work alongside passionate, friendly people who share your values.
• Feel Valued – Your time and effort will be recognised and appreciated.
• Travel expenses - reimburse all reasonable out of pocket expenses incurred in travelling to the place of volunteering and whilst carrying out any voluntary activities.

Whether you can commit a few hours a week or want to get more involved, volunteering with Change Grow Live is a rewarding and meaningful experience.

We are committed to creating an environment that respects and values diversity, with a positive and supportive culture where everyone feels welcome, empowered, and represented.

Interested? Please get in touch—we’d love to hear from you!

Closing Date

5/6/2025

If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

Rebecca Gibson | [e-mail] | 07721782659Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role.This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.