Ayrshire Intandem volunteer mentor

• Barnardos South Ayrshire

• VO100288

Ayrshire Intandem Mentoring Service offers support to young people looked after at home aged 8-14 years living in Ayrshire.
Volunteer Mentors main tasks will be to:
*Provide weekly 1:1 mentoring support
*Build a positive, trusting, supportive and secure relationship with children & young people aged 8 – 14
*Promote the wellbeing of every child through creative and fun approaches
*Communicate and link with the Intandem Mentor Coordinator on a regular basis.
You have the potential to make a real difference in a young persons life by helping build confidence and self-esteem and most importantly being someone they can talk to about anything.

This role is subject to an application form being submitted, providing 2 references and completing a PVG Disclosure (is free for volunteers)

Experience required

The skills you need
Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
Approachable and welcoming.
Being passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young
people and families.
Being non-judgmental and positive in their attitude to working with
individuals from different backgrounds.
Good listening and communication skills.
The ability to manage and respond positively to challenging situations.

Travel details

If you drive you can use your own car with business insurance or use public transport which you will be reimbursed for.

Travel expenses

All out of pocket expenses are paid by Barnardos

• About
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Training details

What's in it for you:

• Full induction and training.


• Other training opportunities relevant to the volunteer role.


• Regular supervision and support.


• Out of pocket expenses agreed in advance.


• 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.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability

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Frequency & commitment

We ask for a 12 months commitment

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across East Ayrshire and South Ayrshire.

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