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Barnardo’s Befrienders volunteer with young people a 1:1 basis, offering practical assistance and emotional support to build their self-confidence, coping mechanisms and positive relationships. The support could be focused on a particular need, such as confidence building, or it could be more focused around supporting the young person to access local community groups.
They are looking for volunteers with a passion for making a difference in young people’s lives, with a friendly and approachable attitude and an ability to engage young people, empowering them to take steps towards improving their situation and achieving their goals.
There are roles across Fife, and full training and support is provided.
Experience required
Volunteers should be reliable, punctual and trustworthy, as well as approachable and welcoming. Passion, enthusiasm, compassion, understanding and having an open-minded approach are also important for this role. Being passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families is the most important things. Volunteers will preferably have some experience of working with children, young people and families.
Travel details
This opportunity covers the whole of Fife. Access to a car would be essential.
Travel expenses
Volunteers submit monthly expense by the 1st of the months by submitting a claim on excel. These cover milage and any small charges that may be incurred during a session.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Availability
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Volunteers (aged 18-25) 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 Befriender (One to One support with Child, Young Person or Adult, Fife) with Barnardo's Children and Family Support Services
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 message will be sent to the organisation that supports volunteering in Fife:
Contact name: Nicci McDougall
Email address: nicci@fva.org
Phone: 01333 433 660
Thank you for registering your interest in Befriender (One to One support with Child, Young Person or Adult, Fife) with Barnardo's Children and Family Support Services.
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