Allsorts Youth Group Volunteer at Allsorts

What does the opportunity involve doing?

Allsorts Youth Project is currently looking for Youth Group Volunteers! (4 hours per month)

The role of the Youth Group Volunteer is to support sessions, events & activities, including welcoming children & young people when they arrive, supporting them to engage in the activities, & helping with the set up of activities & clearing up.

We are seeking volunteers who can support our youth services in any of the following areas:
Crawley
Eastbourne
Brighton

Our groups last between 1-2 hours, and for our Crawley and Eastbourne there are two groups per evening which are separated by age range. Volunteers will be expected to arrive early to set up and stay to pack down and debrief.

As well as the standard youth groups there will also be activities, events and opportunities for children and young people which volunteers can assist with; for example Pride events.

Disabled applicants and accessibility
We warmly welcome applications from disabled people, and are happy to make any adjustments necessary to support disabled applicants through the recruitment process - just let us know what you need at volunteering@allsortsyouth.org.uk

Closing date: Tuesday 4th August 5pm

Interview date - Friday 14th August

Training date - Friday 11th September (16:30 - 20:30)

What induction, training and support is offered?

Volunteers will receive training to prepare you for the role which will cover areas such as maintaining boundaries, safeguarding, and equality, inclusion and diversity.

We are committed to the personal development of all volunteers, therefore Allsorts adopts a supervision process which takes place twice a year. Review of, and feedback on, performance is essential to enable all individuals involved in the organisation to fulfill their potential. This is also an opportunity to touch base with volunteers in relation to their well being and discuss what they would like to develop in.

What skills or qualities are needed?

Essential
You are aged 23+
Ability to communicate with children and young people, other volunteers and members of staff
Willingness to support, encourage and empower others
Non-judgemental
Ability to be creative and flexible
An understanding of how to maintain boundaries and keep information confidential
An understanding of the LGBTQ+ community and inclusivity
Some experience of working or volunteering with children and young people and/or vulnerable adults would be an advantage but is not essential