Overview
Join to apply for the Volunteer Independent Visitor role at Change Grow Live.
Our Independent Visiting service is looking for volunteers in or near to Dudley.
Rachel Turner | rachel.turner@cgl.org.uk | 07912120158
To apply, click the apply button. For more details, please discuss the role with us if you would like.
Responsibilities
* Be matched with a child you share common interests with.
* You will decide with your young person what to do, but activities could include going to the cinema, bowling, playing football, going to a restaurant, riding a bike, or walking in a park. We will match you with a child you share common interests with.
* Volunteer work mainly happens at weekends and after school hours as the young people are usually in school during the daytime.
* The role requires a commitment of at least 24 months with one visit per month; this ensures stability for the Child or Young Person.
* Complete the Personal Statement section on the application form as fully as possible; tell us all about you; it forms part of the shortlisting process.
Young people waiting
* Amy (12) lives with an older carer, she would like an active Independent Visitor who can do sports with her.
* Brad (13) lives in residential care with other young people, he doesn’t have anyone in his family visit. He would like an Independent Visitor to take him out and have fun, like the other young people.
* Cassie (16) lives with cares 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 hot chocolate and cake.
* Danny (11) lives with foster carers and attends a special school. He would like an Independent Visitor to help him be more independent, he likes parks, aeroplanes, and animals.
* Emma (9) lives with her carer in a very busy household, she would like an Independent Visitor to spend some time with her on her own trying different activities together.
Qualifications
* 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.
* This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.
How to apply
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.
Benefits
Full training and support are provided.
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