Volunteering at Evolve Housing and Support

4 weeks ago


South London, United Kingdom Evolve Housing + Support Full time

This role would suit a person who is organised, passionate and interested in making a difference to their local community. You will work with our local teams in our hostels supported people who have been impacted by homelessness.

This would be a great opportunity to gain an understanding of working in a supporting role in a leading London homelessness charity. As a volunteer you will normally work directly with our customers but you can also take on administrative work and receptionist duties in our hostels. Ideally we would like you to share some of your skills and knowledge with customers and support them on their path to independent living.

Desired skills & experience:

A professional and friendly telephone mannerGood written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work on own initiativeConfidence in speaking with the publicAn understanding of and empathy with the reasons why people become homelessCommitment to work in compliance with Evolve’s policies and procedures.

How much time should you offer? Where will you be based?

We are looking for volunteers who can commit to at least half a day every two weeks. We are very open to you doing more, but this is a minimum. Ideally you will stay with us for at least 6 months, giving you time to get to know the organisation and our local communities.

What will we expect from you?

Commit to volunteering with us for at least 6 months.Maintain the confidential information of the organisation and of its users.Read and comply with Evolve’s policies, procedures and guidelines.Attend any relevant training.Raise any concerns at the earliest opportunity.Act in a professional way whenever you represent Evolve.Give us as much notice as possible should you be unable to attend or carry out your volunteer role with us anymore.

What can we offer in return?

Experience working within the charity sector and gain new skills and knowledge of the support pathways available for people to access and useA full induction and training, including learning about the causes of homelessness and Evolve’s approach.The opportunity to learn new skills and meet new people.Ongoing supervision and support from our colleagues and learn from their experteeismTravel expenses within zones 1-6 (or as otherwise agreed) and lunch expenses if working over 4 hours per day.Job references or LinkedIn recommendation after 6 months volunteering with us.


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