Volunteer - Bereavement and Emotional Support - Child Only - Bradford Hospice

Marie Curie; Bradford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity organization is seeking volunteers to provide bereavement support to children and young people. This role involves active listening, creating safe emotional spaces, and collaborating with the Children's Bereavement Services team. Ideal candidates should have experience in emotional support and a sensitivity towards safeguarding practices. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact during challenging times.

Benefits

Induction and ongoing training

Supportive supervision

Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses

Qualifications

• Experience in providing emotional support in a therapeutic setting.
• Training in counselling or related fields.
• Understanding of bereavement and its psychological impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide short-term, confidential bereavement support.
• Listen actively and empathetically to those experiencing loss.
• Share relevant updates with the Bereavement team.
• Follow hospice record-keeping protocols.

Skills

Empathy

Collaboration

Active listening

Record-keeping

Understanding of grief

Job description

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Job Description

Marie Curie is seeking qualified counselling and bereavement professionals to volunteer their expertise in supporting children and young people navigating the emotional landscape of terminal illness and bereavement. This is an opportunity to apply your therapeutic skills in a deeply meaningful setting - helping young individuals process grief, explore emotions, and build resilience during life-altering moments.

What you'll be part of:

• Provide short-term, confidential bereavement support
• Listen actively and empathetically to those experiencing loss
• Share relevant updates with the Bereavement team
• Follow hospice record-keeping protocols

What you could bring:

• A nurturing presence that creates safe spaces where emotions are shared and understood
• Collaborative spirit, working closely with our Children's Bereavement Services team to ensure families feel consistently supported
• Commitment to care, shown through accurate record-keeping and respect for confidentiality
• Team-focused mindset, assisting Patient and Family Support staff when needed
• Respect for safety, upholding the essential practices of safeguarding and ethical standards

Why you'd be a great fit:

• You'd bring insight and empathy, understanding grief and the effects of anticipatory loss.
• Your therapeutic training gives you a great foundation to support emotional wellbeing
• You have real experience with young people, and the composition to meet them where they are
• You flourish in collaborative environments with deep respect for safeguarding and ethical practice
• You recognise unique emotions and approach them with sensitivity
• You're ready to embrace training and development so you can continue making a difference

What You'll Gain

• A rewarding opportunity to support young people through difficult times
• Induction, ongoing training, and supportive supervision
• Reimbursement of agreed out-of-pocket expenses

Have questions or want more information before applying, contact our Children & Young Peoples Coordinator Yvonne Hockey: [e-mail]