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• Befriender (One to One support with Child, Young Person or Adult, Fife) with Barnardo's Children and Family Support Services Volunteer Opportunity No. VO100012 - Created/last updated: 06/04/2024

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  About this opportunity:	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.
  Takes place:	mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays
  Minimum age:	18
  Maximum age:	100
  Training provided:	No details were provided about the training made available to volunteers. Please contact us to find out more.
  Out of pocket expenses paid?	Yes - 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.
  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.
  Restrictions on who can volunteer	No restrictions were specified.
  Application process:	Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References
  Taster available?	No, not for this opportunity.
  Travel Details	This opportunity covers the whole of Fife. Access to a car would be essential.
  Saltire Award	This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

  
  

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  To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form:

  
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  Are you looking to improve your employability prospects by volunteering?   Yes   No
  
  

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