Overview
Closing date: 30 January 2026
Salary: We will reimburse reasonable out-of-pocket travel expenses
As a Sibling Support Volunteer, you will support the Rainbow Trust Care Team with home visits to provide practical and social support to families, with a specific focus on supporting the siblings of the seriously ill child.
Your role may include
* Supporting the siblings of a sick child
* Social support for siblings e.g., supporting interests, craft and play activities and helping with homework
* Accompanying the family on days out and sibling trips during the school holidays
* Collecting from school
* Supporting families with transport to after school clubs, days out in the holidays if you would like to
What we’re looking for
* An excellent communicator who can build relationships with children and young people
* Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
* Experience of interacting with children and young people
* Confidence in working with children and young people with complex health needs
* An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances
* Non-judgemental, warm, friendly and with a sense of humour
* A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality
* A full driving licence and use of your own transport may be required in some locations
* All ages from 21 onwards are welcome
Your commitment
* Requirements for support can vary depending on family circumstances, but generally, we ask that you are able to volunteer for one session per week
* Monday – Friday, during the day, with a focus on after school from 3pm onwards
* To enable you to get the most out of your volunteer role, we are looking for volunteers who are available to volunteer for the next 12 months
Training and Support
* A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work
* You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us
* Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, active listening skills, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR
* Further modules will be available for you if you would like to develop your knowledge
* All care volunteers will receive regular one to one support and more formal supervision sessions
Why choose Rainbow Trust?
* We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people
* Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
* The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
* A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week
* We will reimburse reasonable out-of-pocket travel expenses
Ready to apply?
* Get in touch with our Volunteering Team by email on volunteering@rainbowtrust.org.uk or call 01372 363438 for more information about volunteering with us
Selection process
* Enrolment form, references, interview, Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)
Please note that we will only process applications from volunteers who are resident in the UK and who have already obtained the relevant immigration permits. We are unable to sponsor Charity Worker Visas.
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