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Help us protect, support and nurture the most vulnerable children

by Barnardo's

Our volunteers help with:
• Planning and organising group activities, which take into consideration age, abilities, and interests of members.
• Setting up group activities in advance and clearing away afterwards. This might include preparing refreshments/snacks, organising the layout of the room, preparing resources and tidying the room after the group.
• Assisting children and young people to improve their self-confidence, develop social skills and build positive relationships.
• Role modelling positive behaviour and interactions during sessions.
• Collating and evaluating feedback from children, young people and parents.
• Adhering to Barnardo's policies and procedures at all times, including Safeguarding; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion; Health & Safety; Data Protection; Confidentiality; Recording policies and procedures.
• Participating fully in training and supervision.
• Volunteering within Barnardo's Basis and Values.

Organisation description

Barnardo's is a children's charity that protects and supports children and young people in the UK who need us. We help bring out the best in them.

Address

West Bromwich North Family Hub
Connor Road
B71 3DJ West Bromwich

Contact

Amanda Webb
0121 556 5405
Amanda.webb@barnardos.org.uk
www.barnardos.org.uk

Accessibility

Please contact us to discuss any access requirements

Preferred skills

Reliable, punctual, and trustworthy.
Approachable and welcoming.
Passion, enthusiasm, compassion, understanding and having an open
minded approach.
Being passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young
people and families.
Preferably have some experience of working with children, young people
and families.

Experience gained

Full induction and training.
Other training opportunities relevant to the volunteer role. Regular supervision and support.
Out of pocket expenses agreed in advance e.g. travel.
Access to the Barnardo’s internal vacancy listing.
Our volunteers tell us about lots of other benefits of volunteering.
including experience of working with children, young people and families;
experience for your CV; supporting your local community; meeting new
people; increasing self-confidence; feeling like you are making a
difference; improving your health and wellbeing; and a chance to
contribute to a worthwhile children’s charity.

Will the organisation carry out a DBS check?

Yes

Minimum age

18+

Age focus

  • Pre-school children
  • Primary School children
  • Secondary school age young people

Time of volunteering

  • Weekdays
  • Weekends
  • Daytime

Categories

  • Mainly indoors
  • To learn new skills and improve my job prospects
  • To share my skills and creativity

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