1:1 youth work volunteer
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Newcastle website to express your interest.
Dates/Times: Weekdays during school/office hours (9-5pm)
Main tasks will include:
- Attending 1:1 engagement sessions with young people within schools/colleges
- Creating a supportive, non-judgmental environment for young people where they can discuss any issues they are experiencing in relation to their loved one being in prison
- Keeping accurate case notes and outcomes from each of the meeting/s to feed back to referral services, teachers and youth project coordinator where required
- Encouraging young people to form peer support networks with one another
- Adhering to Nepacs code of conduct, policies and safeguarding procedures
Location: School/colleges across the north east (on an ad-hoc basis)
To apply: Please download an application form from our Volunteer Opportunities page Volunteer | Nepacs of our website or contact: [email protected] , or ring us on 0191 375 7278.
What skills do I need?
- Passion for supporting children and young people
- Friendly and approachable demeanour
- Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
- Empathy towards young people experience difficult circumstances
- Confidence
- Proactive attitude to help out other volunteers and staff where required
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
When: 13/04/2026 - 06/12/2027
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Location:
This opportunity is available in the following regions:
North East of England
You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Newcastle website to express your interest.
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