Volunteering - Young People Befriender in Blackpool

5 months ago


Blackpool, United Kingdom The Children's Society Full time

**INDEPENDENT VISITORS - BLACKPOOL**

**A Volunteer Befriending Scheme**

Can you make a difference to a young person's life and become an independent visitor for looked after children?

An independent visitor is a volunteer who is matched with a young person living in Bradford and with foster care, residential homes or similar.

We need monthly visits for a minimum of two years.
- Have fun taking young people on outings and maybe share a hobby, sport or interest
- Offer support and a listening ear and be a positive influence in a young person’s life and help build self
- esteem and confidence

**You don’t need any special qualifications. All expenses over training and volunteering will be covered.**

We are looking for reliable and dependable people from all walks of life. We will provide training and on-going support and expenses will be paid.

You can find out more about this exciting role from the attached Role Information Pack.

TO APPLY:
CONTACT:
Mahrokh Ravaei
Independent Visitor Coordinator - Bradford
The Children’s Society

m:07759526168

Reference ID: Independent Visitor

**Job Type**: Volunteer

Pay: £25.00 per month

Application question(s):

- Are you based in/Able to commute one a month to Blackpool (north area) ?

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Independent Visitor



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