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Volunteering Matters
- VO96302
Grandmentors is an award winning inter-generational mentoring programme, matching volunteer mentors aged 50+ with young people aged 16-24 who have had adverse childhood experiences. Grandmentors has now launched in Midlothian.
Our volunteer mentors help young people navigate the transition to independence by guiding them through life skills such as managing finances, accessing employment, education and training, and supporting their health and wellbeing. This opportunity is for volunteers (normally aged 50+) who have life experience and skills to offer. However, if you are younger than 50 and feel you could offer valuable support, please do apply.
Experience required
No mentoring experience needed-just an ability to relate to and understand young people. We provide training and support to our volunteers on an ongoing basis.
Good people skills, communication skills, patience, and can offer a regular commitment of a few hours per week (weekly or fortnightly).
Travel details
Midlothian residents will mentor within the Midlothian local authority, car or public transport.
Travel expenses
We cover travel expenses and reimburse volunteers every week.
Support
Training details
Mentoring Skills and Safeguarding training provided, as well as other ongoing training opportunities and the support of a dedicated engagement manager.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 40
This role requires PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) scheme membership, which will be handled and processed by Volunteering Matters at no cost to the volunteer.
Availability
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Frequency & commitment
1/2 hours per week
Volunteers (aged 40-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Volunteer Mentor with Volunteering Matters
Your email address and phone number will only be used by the organisation/TSI you are contacting to discuss in more detail the opportunity you are enquiring about.
Your details and message will be sent to:
Arlaine Barbour, Volunteering Matters
Arlaine Barbour, Volunteering Matters
Email address: arlaine.barbour@volunteeringmatters.org.uk
A copy will be sent to the organisation that supports volunteering in Midlothian:
Contact name: Volunteer Team Midlothian
Email address: info@volunteermidlothian.org.uk
Phone: 07859 914587
Thank you for registering your interest in Volunteer Mentor with Volunteering Matters.
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