Social Care/Development Volunteer Roles in South East
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Purpose of the role?
People with a learning disability or additional needs are often isolated and excluded from mainstream leisure and social activities. We believe that EVERYONE has the right to have fun and feel safe.
Our adult citizens want to enjoy social & leisure activities with their friends, and by giving just a little time each month, you can help them do that.
What would I be doing?
You will help us to support a small group of people to enjoy a variety of activities including:
· Going to a local café or browsing the shops
· Going to the pub, restaurant, or cinema
· Activities such ten-pin bowling, visiting a park or attending a local event.
This is a nice, light touch way to make a difference, have fun and gain valuable experience. Expenses are reimbursed.
What do I need?
To be a volunteer you need to be
· Friendly
· Calm and patient
· A good listener
· Accepting of people who may be different to you
· Happy to chat
· Willing to learn and act within guidelines set out by Midland Mencap
· An enhanced DBS check and references will be required
. No experience of support work is needed.
When and where do you need me?
· Once or twice a month in the Coventry area
· Days and times to be arranged with the group (may include evenings and weekends)
What’s in it for me?
As one of our valued volunteers, Midland Mencap will offer you:
• The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities
and their family carers
• Any training and development that is needed
• The chance to develop your skills and gain experience
• The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a diverse team
• Support within your role
• Agreed out-of-pocket expenses
• Lots of appreciation for your amazing contribution
• Positive wellbeing from doing something great
• Improve career opportunities by adding your volunteer role to a CV
To campaign for and deliver accessible and inclusive community health and wellbeing support services for individuals, families, and carers.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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We are looking for a volunteer who would like to play a role in building others confidence. Would you be interested in supporting an individual to improve their numeracy abilities and prepare for their GCSE?
Do you have a love for teaching and supporting others? You will be matched with someone who is looking to improve their numeracy skills through your support, encouragement and tutoring you will make a difference to the people you work with! Confidence in numeracy will provide individuals with opportunities with their employability, studies and support their day-to-day life.
What you will be doing
- To support people who are not confident with numeracy to develop these skills through tutoring sessions over a video call
- Agree a mutual agreeable time and frequency that works for both parties 2 to 3 days a week.
- Engage in conversation, problem solving examples, maths based support
- To keep records of conversations and update the support worker on progress of sessions
The skills you need
- Interest in supporting people to develop their math skills. Background in teaching maths/numeracy is desirable
- Good communication skills
- Ability to provide a supportive and inclusive atmosphere
- A tutoring qualification is desirable but not essential
- Mathematics qualification is essential
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications.
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards, outings, celebration, and social events for our volunteers to get together and have some fun; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Our system keeps your personal information hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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EqualEdge Seeks Passionate Non-Executive Directors to Join its Board
EqualEdge is a for-profit company with a social mission to enable Manchester-based Disabled Peoples Organisation, Breakthrough UK to provide services to disabled people, to increase their opportunities to be employed and to reduce any social isolation. We're passionate about inclusion and diversity in the workplace, and we're expanding our horizons to revolutionise Workplace Personal Assistants, funded by Access to Work and in the future Personal care services in the UK.
The idea of a Workplace Personal Assistant (WPA) agency was conceived by Breakthrough UK, a disabled people’s organisation majority led by disabled people. Breakthrough UK discovered through lived experience that it was extremely difficult to hire and retain WPA’s in the United Kingdom and so the idea of solving the problem through EqualEdge was born.
EqualEdge believes in a world where disabled people have equal access to meaningful employment, thriving in inclusive work environments, and reaching their professional aspirations. Our mission is to bridge the gap between disabled people and their career goals by offering tailored workplace personal assistance services, fostering inclusion, and enhancing professional opportunities.
To achieve this ambitious vision, we're searching for experienced and enthusiastic non-executive directors with expertise across various sectors to join our board and help us shape the future of our company.
About the Role
As a non-executive director, you will play a vital role in providing strategic guidance and oversight to our executive team. You will also be a champion for our mission of fostering a more equitable landscape and launching innovative personal care services within the UK.
We are particularly interested in candidates with strong experience in:
- Recruitment (HR): You have a proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams. You understand the intricacies of talent acquisition, particularly within the recruitment and personal care sector or a similar service industry.
- Marketing: You have a deep understanding of brand development and implementation of successful marketing strategies. You're passionate about reaching new audiences and driving growth in a competitive market.
- Personal Care: You have extensive knowledge of the UK care sector, its regulations, and best practices. You're a visionary leader with a passion for improving the quality of life for those who require personal care services.
- Finance: You have strong financial acumen and experience in overseeing financial performance. You can provide strategic guidance on resource allocation to support both national expansion and the launch of our new service line.
We are also open to applications from experienced professionals in other sectors who share our values of inclusion and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Have a good black book of connections to allow us to build our client base and reach the people who need us most.
- Provide strategic guidance and advice to the executive team on a range of issues, including business development, marketing, and operations, with a specific focus on national expansion and the launch of our personal care services in the UK.
- Oversee the company's financial performance and ensure that we are on track to meet our financial goals, considering the resources needed for national growth and the launch of a new service line.
- Serve as an EqualEdge ambassador and help us build relationships with key stakeholders in new markets and within the UK care sector.
- Attend board meetings and actively participate in discussions, bringing a national perspective and insights relevant to your area of expertise.
You would be a great fit for this role if you have:
- A proven track record of success in a senior leadership role
- A deep understanding of the business landscape, with transferable skills applicable to our areas of focus
- A passion for inclusion and diversity, with a national mindset
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
EqualEdge is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. We recruit, select, train and promote personnel based on their skills and abilities.
We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, religion or belief, sex, marital status or civil partnership, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, age or disability.
We expect to have board meetings every month for the first year, the meeting is expected to last 1 hour. This is a voluntary role however expenses are paid.
We plan to have interviews by the end of April.
Join us and be part of shaping a more inclusive future for workplaces and revolutionising personal care in the UK!
Actively Interviewing
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Join our amazing volunteer team to make a real difference to people living with sight loss. You’ll be supporting people to come together in a group setting, to benefit from each other’s company, knowledge and encouragement, leading to reduced isolation, stronger networks of support, and new friendships. You can support with either local and regional telephone groups or face-to-face groups.
What you’ll be doing:
• Meeting and greeting group members on arrival or joining virtually.
• Creating a warm and welcoming environment.
• Supporting group conversations.
• Assisting with group activities (if appropriate).
What you’ll gain from the role:
• An opportunity to give something back.
• A chance to build a strong community.
• A sense of achievement through the difference you make.
• A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people
• An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies.
In return for donating your time we will provide:
• A rewarding experience.
• A great Induction and training.
• A supportive manager.
• Regular updates and catchups.
• Expenses.
• An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.
Actively Interviewing
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Do you have a passion for cooking and enjoy spending time in the kitchen? We are looking for volunteers to support our service in Folkstone Haven to prepare and serve food.
You will be giving back to your community by assisting our staff from preparing the kitchen, cooking hot food recipes, chopping vegetables, dishing up food and serving people who use our services!
What you will be doing
- Support the staff to manage budgets and purchase ingredients alongside the people who use our services
- Support the staff in the kitchen with food and meal preparation
- Support the staff with maintaining hygiene food standard levels in the kitchen
- Serving food to our Service Users.
The skills you need
- Food Safety Certificate/knowledge or willingness to complete relevant training
- Knowledge regarding cooking, food hygiene and allergies
- Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere.
- Calm and patient approach
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
Actively Interviewing
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Ignite Young Minds Globally: Volunteer as an At-Home Educator with IHF!
Make a lasting impact on children's lives, no matter your experience!
The International Humanity Foundation (IHF) is seeking passionate teachers, administrators, and aspiring educators to join our At-Home Education team. You'll connect with isolated children around the world through online mentoring and teaching opportunities.
What you'll do:
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Mentor youth and teens: Provide guidance, support, and encouragement to young people from diverse backgrounds.
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Teach engaging classes: Develop and deliver online lessons aligned with our curriculum (training provided!).
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Contribute to curriculum development: Share your expertise and help us create impactful learning materials.
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Connect with a global community: Collaborate with passionate volunteers from all over the world.
Who we're looking for:
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Educators (of all experience levels!): Teachers, administrators, and education enthusiasts welcome!
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Passionate about children and their education: A desire to make a positive difference is key.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills: Build meaningful relationships with your students.
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Flexible and committed: Contribute 1-2 hours per month or week on a long-term basis.
Benefits
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Make a real difference: Help children overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
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Develop valuable skills: Hone your teaching, mentoring, and online communication skills.
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Connect with a global community: Join a network of passionate volunteers from diverse backgrounds.
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Flexible and rewarding experience: Volunteer from the comfort of your own home on your own schedule.
Ready to answer the call?
Visit our website today
Together, let's empower future generations!
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Overview
Join the International Humanity Foundation (IHF), a 501(c)(3) International Non-profit dedicated to activating the highest potential of marginalized children and fostering communities globally. For over two decades, we've pursued our dual mission of educating children while providing real-life experiences to global citizens. IHF believes in transcending political and religious differences for the happiness of the world's children, ensuring a brighter tomorrow.
Our Unique Approach
IHF operates with absolute transparency, relying on the unwavering dedication of our unpaid volunteers worldwide. We offer children and adults opportunities to learn and practice leadership skills in a safe and nurturing environment.
Benefits
As an At-Home Teacher Volunteer, you're not just making a difference in children's lives; you're becoming part of a global network of IHF volunteers. Enhance your CV with practical experience working in an international organization that celebrates diverse cultures and norms.
Eligibility
We're seeking individuals with a passion for multi-cultural education and 'out-of-the-box' creativity. Commit a minimum of 2-4 hours per month to contribute to our mission. Whether you're proficient in Math, Science, Computer skills, or English, or if you can provide mentorship to children and teens in need of a friend, IHF welcomes your unique skills.
How to Apply
Ready to make a meaningful impact? Visit our website to fill out the volunteer application form.
Join IHF - Where Passion Meets Purpose!
Be a part of IHF's legacy of transforming lives through education. Your commitment can empower children and communities, providing a voice to the voiceless. Apply now and embark on a journey of global impact!
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Volunteer your time at Hestia to make our gardens a beautiful place for our service users to enjoy all year through! Are you green fingered and have a passion for gardens and outdoor spaces?
At Hestia we have gardens and outdoor spaces which require your support to bring these back to life by keeping them maintained. We are recruiting for volunteers to motivate and inspire staff and people living in our services to get involved in gardening.
What you will be doing
- Inspire and motivate staff and people in the services to get involved in maintaining and growing the garden
- To provide tips on how to maintain and grow the garden - sowing seeds, planting bulbs, taking cuttings
- Provide basic maintenance such as cutting the grass, emptying bins, managing weed control and leaf raking
- Lead in planting and nurturing new trees, flowers, and various plants
- Provide best practice on how to use the correct gardening tools
- Inspire people in our services and staff to maintain a clean garden
- Advise staff on the costs of plants and garden necessities
The skills you need
- A basic knowledge/ experience of plant care and use of gardening tools7
- Calm and patient approach
- Good communication skills
- Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
Actively Interviewing
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Discovery Catering Volunteer Wanted
- Do you have a passion for vegan & vegetarian food?
- Do you enjoy being part of a team?
- Do you thrive watching others grow in confidence?
Then this is the volunteering opportunity you’ve been looking for!
We are looking for a volunteer to help support us during our monthly pop-up cafes.
The role is a great opportunity for someone with a love of cooking to share their skills and/or learn more about vegetarian and vegan cooking.
As a volunteer for bemix you are also part of our wider social movement, working to achieve equality for people with learning difficulties and/or autism.
Role and responsibilities
Main aim: To support the group members prepare and serve vegetarian and vegan meals, including greeting customers and taking payment for meals at our monthly pop-up cafe.
Location: Westgate Hall, Canterbury City Centre.
Salary: This position is unpaid.
Expenses: Reasonable travel expenses can be reimbursed. Please let us know details about where you will be travelling from and how much this will cost, when you apply.
Hours: Between 4 to 6 hours per month. 10am – 2pm / 4pm. Working with the Discovery Catering team one day each month, on a Tuesday.
Start date and Duration: To start as soon as possible, once DBS and References have been received and continue on an ongoing basis subject to regular reviews.
To read more about the role or if you have any questions please go to our website.
Applications close on Monday 22nd April 2024
We will do our best to let you know the outcome of your application by the end of the day on Monday 29th April 2024.
We are people with and without learning difficulties and/or autism, working and learning together.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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Our organisation has great demand but has suffered over the last 12 months due to reduced funding. We seek Trustees with fundraising experience or from the LGBTQI+ community who can help us as we continue to meet our growing needs.
What will you be doing?
We are currently looking for two new Trustees. Our Trustees are like a non-executive board of directors - although they are not involved in the day-to-day running of the charity, they oversee what we do and make sure we stay on track, meeting 4 times per year in Accrington or via Teams for up to 2 hours at a time. In between meetings, the charity's management and admin team might call on the trustees for particular issues with which they need help or support, such as proofreading funding applications, working on developing specific projects using a trustee's contacts or area of expertise, or simply when a sounding board for new ideas is needed.
Our trustees may also come to our events a few times a year to keep up with what we are doing - this is arranged as convenient for the trustees.
New trustees will be joining our board, which currently stands at 5. The only absolute requirements are that you are interested in and enthusiastic about what we do and that you are willing to work to support the charity using any skills, knowledge, or contacts that you have that may be relevant.
What are we looking for?
We are currently looking to grow and expand and are particularly keen to hear from potential trustees from the
LGBTQI+ community or who have fundraising experience. However, if you are interested and have other skills or experience, please do get in touch - we welcome interest from all potential Trustees, regardless of their skills or background, as long as they are enthusiastic about what we do and are keen to support our work. We particularly welcome applications from women and from people of colour as we are looking to improve the diversity of our board.
What difference will you make?
The RYC is going through a rough time at the moment as we respond to increased demand and reduced funding.Your presence and work on our Board of Trustees could help us reach hundreds of children and young people across the North-West who are the most vulnerable in our society. Living with issues such as eating disorders, anxiety, self-harm or suicidal tendencies, these young people are forgotten by mainstream clubs, therefore missing out on the social benefits of having friends or a safe space to connect or ask for help, especially in the wake of COVID-19 and the cost-of-living crisis.
You and your experience will help us reach our goals and develop our work more quickly and effectively, meaning we can get the most out of our resources and people.
To Apply:
Please send your CV and cover letter
If you would like an informal chat with our CEO, please email your details, and one can be arranged.
We look forward to seeing your application!
We are seeking people who can enrich the insights brought to our Board of Trustees through their life experiences and understanding of our service users.
We particularly would like to recruit people with an interest in:
- Joining our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Working Group
- Helping us drive our IT strategy forward.
Impact Initiatives is an innovative, respected and long-standing charity which has flexed and developed alongside changing needs over its forty plus years of existence. We currently work with over 10,000 people across Sussex each year, have 90+ staff and a turnover of just over £3,000,000.
We live by and deliver all our services within our values of collaboration, integrity, empowerment, effectiveness, creativity, and accountability.
- Being a trustee is a great way to support a cause you believe in.
- As a respected and responsible role, it is also a brilliant route to develop new skills, gain more experience and enhance your CV.
- Being a trustee can be immensely rewarding, providing both expected and unexpected opportunities for personal development and new challenges.
- Trustee training will be provided alongside support to attend meetings if required.
Requirements
- A commitment to the aims and values of the organisation, and an understanding of some of the issues our service users face.
- An ability to understand and discuss information on the work of the organisation.
- An ability and willingness to discuss ideas and options to help make decisions in the best interests of the organisation and experience of attending and contributing to meetings is helpful but not essential, enthusiasm and commitment to our work and values are more important
- Trustees must be aged 18+
Our Trustees hold four formal in person meetings each year with additional meetings as and when needed. Finance, business development and service delivery reports are circulated before meetings so any queries can be answered prior to the meeting where they are discussed.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Telephone Support Volunteers play a vital part at The Ealing Older People Floating Support Service as they support Floating Support Workers with well-being calls. Service Users are called on a weekly basis to ensure their welfare and safety. Telephone Volunteers exhibit exceptional listening and communication skills, with the ability to understand the needs of older people and empathise with them.
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Befriending Volunteer
You can make a difference…Age UK Wandsworth is a small, local, independent charity that has been working with older people in the area since 1963. We rely on your support to keep serving the older residents with in the Wamdsworth community. We have a dedicated team of experienced staff and a large network of dedicated local volunteers. Our aim is to enable everyone to age well in Wandsworth. We would love your help to be able to continue to support older Wandsworth residents.
Our Be-a-Friend service is one of our longest running services, matching people over 65, who live alone and have limited social contact, with a friendly local volunteer with similar hobbies and interests. The volunteer and their new friend set up a suitable time for them to meet each week for a chat and a cup of tea, which could be during the day, in the evening on the way home from work or even on the weekends . If you would prefer to volunteer from home, you can also be matched with an older person for telephone befriending. For many of our matched pairs, this is the beginning of a firm friendship.
Befriending Plus
Befriending Plus is an extended version of the Be-a-Friend programme, for individulas needing help with life admin and small tasks as well as companionship. For Befriending Plus pairs, time spent together can include helping to use a phone or tablet, helping the client to organise their file, going out for a coffee or popping to the post office together. This support can help older people to stay independent at home for longer, as well as increasing their confidence to do these tasks when the volunteer is not there.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Actively Interviewing
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Do you enjoy reading books and sharing stories?
We are looking for a friendly volunteer to spend time and read newspapers or books to a gentleman we support with cerebral palsy and learning disabilities. *N* loves being read to and the company this brings. He will really enjoy having a cup of tea with a new friend.
If you would like to make a difference and make a great friend along the way, we would love to hear from you!
Activities will include:
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Reading Books and Newspapers to a gentleman we support. *N* communicates without words but loves listening to others.
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Enjoying a cup of tea together
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Being there for company and friendship
Activities will NOT include: Personal care, medication or financial assistance.
We are looking for someone who is:
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Friendly, caring and enthusiastic.
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Comfortable reading out loud and spending time with people with learning disabilities and autism.
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Reliable/dependable and willing to commit to volunteer regularly (exact times/days can be discussed)
A DBS check and two-character references will be required for this role.
What you’ll gain from being a Dimensions volunteer:
Dimensions provides support for around 3,500 people with learning disabilities and autism across the UK.
Our volunteers play a vital role in our work and in return, we support them with:
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Access to free online training (with access to 800 plus courses)
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Comprehensive support from professional and friendly Dimensions staff
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Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed at manager’s discretion
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An opportunity to gain real experience in the social care sector
Want to apply for this role?
If you’d like to be a Dimensions volunteer, please get in touch!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Using Anonymous Recruitment
This organisation is using Anonymous Recruitment to reduce bias in the first stages of the hiring process. Our system keeps your personal information hidden until the recruiter contacts you.
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Men Who Talk is a UK registered charity, running twice monthly online peer-to-peer support groups for men aged 18+ across the UK. The groups take places between 7:00 - 8:30pm during week nights.
Our groups are supportive spaces for men aged 18+ to come and talk openly about what's on their mind. All groups are free to attend and follow the evidence based model of peer support.
Volunteers are required to be online from 6:45pm to 8:45pm, and are required to facilitate around 1 group per month. Volunteers are asked to commit to an a minimum of 6 months of volunteering in the initial stage.
All groups are facilitated by 2 facilitators, and follow a semi-structured pattern.
We are looking for passionate men with some experience of groups facilitating or working in mental health settings to come join us as facilitators. Experience in using online platforms such as zoom is essential.
A degree in psychology is preferred but not an essential requirement.
Why Join MWT?
Men Who Talk is an exciting, fast growing charity, creating new spaces for men to talk openly about what's on their mind.
We have a diverse team full of talented and passionate individuals who are committed to changing the face of mens mental health across the UK.
As well as the opportunity to join the organisation at an exciting stage of it's development, volunteers also have the opportunity to develop their own skills and have regular chances to feed into the creative and strategic development of the organisation.
PLEASE NOTE: We are only able to accept applications from individuals who already have the right to live and work in the UK.
Please tell us in a few short paragraphs why you would like to join Men Who Talk.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.