Parent Peer Support Volunteer

What We need you to do.

• We are looking for dedicated reliable volunteers to assist within our services. The ideal volunteer will support out team of dedicated staff.
• To offer support and encouragement to parents as directed by the parent themselves and where appropriate, signpost to further professional support.
• Be present in a variety of Family Hub and community-based groups and activities to engage with parents.
• Work closely with others to encourage all parents, including fathers, to access support appropriate to their needs.
• Increase awareness and knowledge for families to decrease the stigma and fear associated with asking for help or support.

What skills & Experience do you need?

• Be friendly and have a good sense of humour.
• Have a non-judgemental attitude.
• Be Reliable.
• Be confident.
• Have unconditional positive regard without bias when working with parents.
• To be inclusive and respectful of different social, ethical, cultural and religious backgrounds- helping to create a safe space for all parents.

What we can offer:

• An excellent opportunity to build skills and experience in a Social Care environment.
• We can be a reference for any future endeavours.
• Access to exclusive volunteer benefits.

What we ask of you:

• To provide two references from non-family members and other relevant documents related to the role.
• To keep to all the charity’s policies and guidelines.
• To complete an induction and any training relating to the role.

If you have any further questions about the role, or need assistance with application form then please contact Lucy.Bartlett@actionforchildren.org.uk