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Title

Children and Young People's Volunteer- Cannock

Organisation

Change, Grow, Live

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Website

https://www.changegrowlive.org/stoke-staffordshire-childrens-rights This link will open a new window.

What you will be doing

Our Staffordshire Independent Visitor Service is looking for volunteers.

Are you passionate about wanting to help young people?
Do you have 2 to 4 hours to spare, once a month?

If the answer is yes and you would like to support a child or young person in the care of their local authority, then we would love to hear from you.

You do not need experience of working with children and young people, just an interest in their development and welfare. Full training and support are provided.

Here’s a few of the young people we have waiting for a volunteer:

Amy (11) lives with an older foster carer, she would like an active Independent Visitor who can do activities with her.
Ben (13) lives in residential care with other young people, but unlike them he doesn’t have anyone in his family visit him. He would like an Independent Visitor to take him out and have some fun.
Cassie (16) lives with carers in a new town, she doesn’t have any friends in the area yet. She would like an Independent Visitor to help with her confidence and going out in the local area, she loves to chat and eat cake.
*names have been changed

Volunteering usually happens at weekends and after school hours as the young people are usually in school during the daytime. We ask for a commitment of at least 2 years, of one visit per month This ensures stability and consistency for the Child or Young Person

Our values are to be Compassionate, Open and Bold. If this sounds like you, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please call or email and we will be happy to help.

Activities

Advice, Information & Support,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Community Work,Support Work,Youth Work

Skills & Attributes

Art & Craft, Basic IT skills - internet & email, Counselling, Creative & Design, Language Skills, Negotiating, Organising & Planning, Research

Skills Description

We match volunteers with a child or young person who has similar hobbies and interests.

What is in it for you

In return for the time you give you will receive valuable training and gain experience and skills. You’ll be making a real difference for a child or young person in your community.

Time Commitment

We ask for a minimum commitment of 24 months, in order to build a positive relationship with a child or young person.

Driving Licence & Vehicle Required

Travel Expenses

Available in multiple locations

Further location details may be provided below.

Contact Person

Claire Poole

Role Address

Cannock and surrounding areas

Postcode (See Google maps below)

Directions

Number of volunteers required

How to find out more

email: claire.poole@cgl.org.uk

Application Process

Application Form

ID Check

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

References

Informal Discussion (may include an interview)

Support you will receive

Wheelchair Access

Disability and Access Support

We want to ensure applicants have a positive experience with Change, grow, live Therefore we welcome applicants to share with us any disabilities, learning support or health issues so we can discuss any relevant adjustments in advance.