Role:
Volunteer with children– could you befriend and support a child in care?
Looking for a fun volunteering opportunity that fits around your other commitments? Want to help some of our most vulnerable children and inspire them towards better, brighter things?
Many children who grow up in the care system face a chaotic and challenging time. Their Social Workers may change, foster care placements can break down and they can be moved from school to school. This would be difficult for any child to handle, but for children who have already been let down, it can create a downward spiral which progressively erodes trust, confidence in the world around them – and their future life chances.
Studies have shown that having just one consistent, trustworthy, supportive adult in their life can change that trajectory completely. Someone the child can look up to; rely on; depend on and turn to, for advice, for comfort, and even to share a joke or celebrate an achievement. That single, stable presence in their life can be an Independent Visitor.
About you
A commitment to children’s rights and welfare
A warm and friendly approach
Patience
A good listener
Sensitivity to the needs and wishes of the child or young person
Reliability and punctuality
Non-judgemental approach / open minded
Sense of humour
A sense of “fun”
A common sense, balanced view of life
Willingness to be flexible in meeting the needs of the child or young person
Full induction training and on-going training and support will be given. Reimbursement of transport/mileage plus contribution towards reasonable expenses.
We are committed to the safeguarding of children and will require the successful applicant to undertake an Enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Two references will also be required.
Time commitment
Up to 6 hours once a month.
About the organisation:
Coram Voice is a leading children’s rights organisation. We champion the rights of children. We get young voices heard in decisions that matter to them and work to improve the lives of children in care, care leavers and others who depend upon the help of the state.
Coram Voice provides volunteer Independent visitors (IVs) for children and young people across England.
How to apply: If you are interested in this role and would like to apply or would like more information, contact the Volunteer Hub at Merchants’ Place –
E: volhub@merchantsplace.co.uk
T: 01263 519454. Alternatively, you can complete an online registration form and your details will be sent to us directly. A link for the form can be found on our Volunteer Hub page on our website.
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