Mentors and Befrienders needed to provide face-to-face support to disadvantaged young people
Detailed Description
To provide consistent, positive support to young people aged 8–25, helping them to build confidence, develop life skills, and engage in positive activities. As a Mentor/Befriender, you will be a trusted role model — listening without judgment, encouraging personal growth, and helping young people feel valued and connected.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild a supportive, respectful, and trusting relationship with your matched young person.Offer a listening ear and friendly conversation, providing encouragement and motivation.
Activities you will be doing
Advice, Information & Support,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring,Community Work,Counselling,Youth Work,Support Work
What skills are required for this role
Reasoning, Counselling, Talking To Others, Listening, Teamwork
Why these skills are required
Young people tell us they want to receive support from "non-professionals", people who are able to listen, understand, and be there for them because they want to help, not because they are paid to help.
What is in it for you
Training, new skills, new friendships, and tremendous self worth when seeing the progress your young person is making. All expenses covered.
Time Commitment
Befriending support to a young person in care is from one visit per month, for 2-3 hours.Mentoring support for a young person struggling with life issues is from 1-2 hours per week.
Postcode
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Role Address
Maidstone, Gravesend, Sittingbourne, Sheerness, Margate and Medway
Directions
N/A
Number of volunteers required
10
Application Process
Application Form
ID Check
References
Informal Discussion (may include an interview)
Simply Connect Solutions Ltd, Company registered in England and Wales
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