Volunteer Mentor — Rebuild Lives & Skills

Seetec; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in the UK is seeking a Volunteer Mentor to assist individuals on probation in rebuilding their lives. You will offer one-on-one guidance that includes help with literacy, housing, and employment, while promoting empowerment and informed choices. Ideal candidates are empathetic, reliable, and possess strong communication skills. This role requires a commitment to safeguarding and the ability to motivate participants as they navigate their reintegration into society.

Benefits

Full training

Safeguarding certification

Mental health awareness training

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ and substance free for six months if applicable.
• Reliable and empathetic with strong communication skills.
• Must respect confidentiality and empower participants.

Responsibilities

• Offer both practical and emotional support tailored to individual needs.
• Motivate participants to comply with licence conditions.
• Assist with completing forms and navigating essential paperwork.
• Help individuals access resources for personal development.

Skills

Strong listening and communication abilities

Dependability in keeping appointments and commitments

Initiative to seek out and utilise helpful resources

Respect for confidentiality

Understanding of professional boundaries

Ability to model positive behaviour

Open-minded and non-judgmental approach

Familiarity with basic IT tools

Job description

A community support organization in the UK is seeking a Volunteer Mentor to assist individuals on probation in rebuilding their lives. You will offer one-on-one guidance that includes help with literacy, housing, and employment, while promoting empowerment and informed choices. Ideal candidates are empathetic, reliable, and possess strong communication skills. This role requires a commitment to safeguarding and the ability to motivate participants as they navigate their reintegration into society.