Shared Lives Panel Volunteer

Ategi; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking Shared Lives Panel Volunteers to contribute to social care by reviewing carer assessments and participating in online panel discussions. This remote role allows you to use your judgement and communication skills to ensure that people with additional needs are supported by safe and skilled carers. Ideal candidates are those with experience in social care or those studying in relevant fields. Flexible commitment of approximately one morning per month is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in social care or Shared Lives.
• Training in social work or a related field.
• Commitment to values-led decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Review Shared Lives carer assessment documents.
• Participate in panel discussions.
• Support decision-making on carer standards.

Skills

Judgement

Communication skills

Professionalism

Education

Studying for a Master’s or PhD in a related field

Job description

About the Role

We’re looking for Shared Lives Panel Volunteers to join our panel and help ensure Shared Lives carers meet Ategi’s high standards.

As a panel volunteer, you’ll review Shared Lives carer assessment and re-approval documents, take part in online panel meetings, and contribute your professional judgement to support fair, consistent decision‑making. You’ll work alongside Ategi staff and fellow panel members in a respectful, collaborative environment.

This role plays a vital part in safeguarding and quality assurance within Shared Lives.

Why Volunteer With Us?

• Make a real impact – Help ensure people with additional needs are supported by safe, skilled, and compassionate carers
• Use your experience for good – Apply your judgement, communication skills, or professional background in a meaningful way
• Learn and develop – Gain insight into social care, safeguarding, and assessment processes
• Flexible commitment – Around one morning every month or two, with meetings held online
• Be part of a supportive team – Work alongside experienced professionals in a values‑driven organisation
• Support fair decisions – Help maintain consistency and high standards across the Shared Lives service

Who We’re Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

• Have experience in social care, Shared Lives, or supporting people with additional needs, or
• Are an experienced professional looking to stay connected to the sector, or
• Are studying for a Master’s or PhD in a related field, or
• Are a trainee social worker or early‑career professional keen to build your experience
• We welcome applications from people at different stages of their careers — what matters most is sound judgement, professionalism, and a commitment to values‑led decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and review Shared Lives carer assessment and re‑approval documents
• Take part in panel discussions and contribute informed views
• Support decisions on whether carers meet Ategi’s standards
• Maintain confidentiality and follow Ategi’s Code of Conduct
• Attend training and keep up to date with relevant policies and guidance

Time Commitment

• Approximately one morning per month (sometimes every other month)
• Meetings usually run from 9:30am–12:30pm
• Fully remote — all meetings are held online

This role fits well alongside work, study, or other commitments.

How to Apply

If you’d like to be part of a values‑driven organisation making a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Send your CV and a short supporting statement to: [e-mail].

Please tell us why you’re interested in the role and what experience you’d bring.

You can also find out more on our website: https://www.ategi.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer-with-us/become-a-shared-lives-panel-volunteer/

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an informal discussion with a Locality or Scheme Manager.