About the Role
We’re looking for Shared Lives Panel Volunteers to join our panel and help ensure Shared Lives carers meet Ategi’s high standards.
As a panel volunteer, you’ll review Shared Lives carer assessment and re-approval documents, take part in online panel meetings, and contribute your professional judgement to support fair, consistent decision-making. You’ll work alongside Ategi staff and fellow panel members in a respectful, collaborative environment.
This role plays a vital part in safeguarding and quality assurance within Shared Lives.
Why Volunteer With Us?
* Make a real impact – Help ensure people with additional needs are supported by safe, skilled, and compassionate carers
* Use your experience for good – Apply your judgement, communication skills, or professional background in a meaningful way
* Learn and develop – Gain insight into social care, safeguarding, and assessment processes
* Flexible commitment – Around one morning every month or two, with meetings held online
* Be part of a supportive team – Work alongside experienced professionals in a values-driven organisation
* Support fair decisions – Help maintain consistency and high standards across the Shared Lives service
Who We’re Looking For
You may be a great fit if you:
* Have experience in social care, Shared Lives, or supporting people with additional needs, or
* Are an experienced professional looking to stay connected to the sector, or
* Are studying for a Master’s or PhD in a related field, or
* Are a trainee social worker or early-career professional keen to build your experience
* We welcome applications from people at different stages of their careers — what matters most is sound judgement, professionalism, and a commitment to values-led decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
* Read and review Shared Lives carer assessment and re-approval documents
* Take part in panel discussions and contribute informed views
* Support decisions on whether carers meet Ategi’s standards
* Maintain confidentiality and follow Ategi’s Code of Conduct
* Attend training and keep up to date with relevant policies and guidance
Time Commitment
* Approximately one morning per month (sometimes every other month)
* Meetings usually run from 9:30am–12:30pm
* Fully remote — all meetings are held online
This role fits well alongside work, study, or other commitments.
How to Apply
If you’d like to be part of a values-driven organisation making a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Send your CV and a short supporting statement to: hr@ategi.co.uk.
Please tell us why you’re interested in the role and what experience you’d bring.
You can also find out more on our website: https://www.ategi.org.uk/get-involved/volunteer-with-us/become-a-shared-lives-panel-volunteer/
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an informal discussion with a Locality or Scheme Manager.