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Title

Building Connections Volunteer Befriender

Organisation

NSPCC

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Website

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What you will be doing

Building Connections is an exciting new NSPCC service that supports and empowers young people to overcome loneliness.

65% of secondary school students say they don’t feel equipped to manage loneliness*. Research suggests young people may turn to risky or dangerous coping strategies. But you can change that.

We’re recruiting befrienders who’ll help young people find a safe way through loneliness. This is a fantastic opportunity to:

· volunteer from home for just 2 hours a week
· be part of a pioneering NSPCC service tackling loneliness head-on
· make a difference to young people’s lives over at least 12 months
· receive training and development through online workshops and modules
· be supported by befriending co-ordinators and team managers

We’re looking for passionate, patient and empathetic people with great communication skills to join our amazing community of volunteers across the UK, who are helping keep children safe. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

Build support. Build confidence. Build connections.

Find out more and sign up today.

*65% of secondary school students surveyed by Vote for Schools said they don’t feel equipped to deal with loneliness.

Activities

Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Youth Work

Skills & Attributes

Good IT Skills, Reading & Writing

Skills Description

Commitment to NSPCC values and representing NSPCC in the role and beyond Passionate about helping young people with their feelings of loneliness Great communication skills, and ability to build rapport. Patient, empathetic and perceptive Can work effectively through a set model of support. Emotional resilience Confident working from home whilst being supported remotely Technically competent /Good I.T skills.

What is in it for you

our befriending coordinators will celebrate your milestones and introduce you to the volunteer hub where you will have access to discussion groups, see all of the opportunities available, including voluntary and paid positions and have access to a wide range of online learning opportunities. After 1 year of volunteering, we can provide references for employers

Time Commitment

2 hours per week (excluding initial training)

Driving Licence & Vehicle Required

Travel Expenses

Available in multiple locations

Further location details may be provided below.

Contact Person

Kelly Wilson

Role Address

This is a volunteer from home opportunity

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Number of volunteers required

How to find out more

https://join-us.nspcc.org.uk/volunteers/vacancy/building-connections-volunteer-befriender-united-kingdom---remote-or-flexible-location/7351/description/