End loneliness in our community
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Job DescriptionBlackfriars Settlement - Volunteer BefrienderLocation: North and Mid SouthwarkTime commitment: 1–2 hours per week, minimum 6 monthsBlackfriars Settlement is a vibrant community organisation, founded in 1887, working with people across north and mid Southwark. We support children and families, older people, people with mental health issues, and anyone facing isolation or disadvantage.Through our Positive Ageing service, we’re recruiting Volunteer Befrienders to offer one-to-one social connection to older people who are isolated, housebound or lonely.This role is ideal for someone who has time to build a consistent, trusting relationship with an older or isolated person. It requires patience, good communication, and emotional resilience. Training and ongoing support are provided.What you’ll do: Visit or call an older person weekly to offer companionship and connectionListen with care, build trust, and bring a sense of joy, purpose or ease to their dayEncourage their interests, wellbeing, and engagement with the wider communityProvide informal support and gentle encouragement—not advice or problem-solvingWhat you’ll gain:Hands-on experience in relational care—perfect for aspiring social workers, counsellors, or anyone seeking deeper understanding of peopleA chance to develop core skills like active listening, empathy, emotional regulation, and trust-buildingPersonal growth, confidence and communication experience that transfers to many personal and professional settingsA deeper appreciation of life, ageing, and human connectionA reference after 6 months, plus ongoing supervision and reflective support to help you growWhat we’re looking for: A kind, reliable person with time and emotional capacity to giveGood listening and communication skillsWillingness to engage with people from all walks of lifeOpenness to reflect, grow, and show up with consistencyCommitment: 1–2 hours per weekWe ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months to support long-term relationshipsThis is a meaningful, relational role that asks something of you—and offers something real in return.To learn more, visit blackfriars-settlement.org.uk.Apply via the button below.Charity No. 210558
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End loneliness in our community
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London, United Kingdom BLACKFRIARS SETTLEMENT Full timeBlackfriars Settlement - Volunteer Befriender Location: North and Mid Southwark Time commitment: 1–2 hours per week, minimum 6 months Blackfriars Settlement is a vibrant community organisation, founded in 1887, working with people across north and mid Southwark. We support children and families, older people, people with mental health issues, and anyone...
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End loneliness in our community
2 weeks ago
London, United Kingdom BLACKFRIARS SETTLEMENT Full timeBlackfriars Settlement - Volunteer Befriender Location: North and Mid Southwark Time commitment: 1–2 hours per week, minimum 6 months Blackfriars Settlement is a vibrant community organisation, founded in 1887, working with people across north and mid Southwark. We support children and families, older people, people with mental health issues, and anyone...
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