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Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer, Exeter
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Client:
SeeAbility
Location:
Exeter, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
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Job Views:
11
Posted:
28.04.2025
Expiry Date:
12.06.2025
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Job Description:
Role Description
Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer
Location: Exeter, Devon
Time Commitment: Flexible
The Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer will play an important role in the lives of the people we support at our supported living service in Exeter by being a reliable companion to attend activities they enjoy, such as going for a walk, attending a concert, going to the cinema, or out for coffee or a meal.
Skills required:
* To be kind, empathetic and friendly
* To have a good sense of humour and love to chat
* To be punctual and reliable
* To be able to deal with information in line with our data protection and confidentiality procedures
* To be able to assist when necessary with sighted guide/orientation
Please note that you will need to be over the age of 18 to apply for this role. To apply, click the 'apply' button below and complete the application form. Our Volunteering Team will contact you for an informal chat and to explain the next steps. To ensure the safety of the people we support, a DBS check and two satisfactory references are required before confirming the role. As you will be volunteering with vulnerable individuals, safeguarding training and any specific role training are mandatory.
About Us
At SeeAbility, we support people with learning disabilities and autism, who may also have sight loss, to achieve their goals daily.
We encourage people with disabilities to challenge expectations and societal norms.
Founded as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the UK's oldest disability charities, pioneering support for over 220 years.
Benefits
This role offers a chance to make a direct impact on others' lives.
Befriending helps stay active and meet new people.
SeeAbility provides training to develop new skills.
Volunteers can claim travel expenses.
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