Bramber Bakehouse is an award-winning charity, supporting women who have experienced abuse, exploitation or displacement with the confidence, knowledge and skills they need for a positive future.
We deliver a trauma-informed programme, using baking as a therapeutic tool, in a safe, nurturing, inclusive environment, complemented by wellbeing sessions to equip women with the tools they need to improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Participants have the opportunity to access Bramber Bakehouse’s Progression Programmes for continued 121 support:
Connections 121 Befriending offers continued support to improve health & wellbeing through social connection.
Flourish 121 Mentoring offers continued support, guidance and encouragement that gives women the confidence to grow.
What does the opportunity involve doing?
Connections 121 Befriending is part of Bramber Bakehouse’s Progression Programme, and offers participants continued support to improve health & wellbeing through social connection.
We are looking for kind, caring and committed volunteers to provide weekly befriending (via 30 minute scheduled telephone and/ or google meet video calls) to their match over 12 sessions.
Befrienders provide a consistent relationship of trust and support, providing an opportunity for regular social connection and friendly, non-judgemental conversation.
Volunteering commitment:
Approximately 1.5 hours per week (weekly befriending call + related admin & support).
Up to 12 sessions per befriending match.
Calls may take place Monday - Thursday, between 9am to 4pm for up to 30 minutes.
Deadline for applications: Midnight Sunday 1 November 2026
Apply via: https://bramberbakehouse.co.uk/vacancies/
Online interview dates: Tuesday 9th November or Thursday 12th November
2026
Online training programme dates:
Thursday 26th November, Thursday 3rd December; Thursday 10th December 2026, 10am - 12.30pm.
Please note all 3 training sessions must be completed.
What induction, training and support is offered?
Online training programme dates:
Thursday 26th November, Thursday 3rd December; Thursday 10th December 2026, 10am - 12.30pm.
Please note all 3 training sessions must be completed.
+ Compulsory Adult Safeguarding E-learning Module
Additional:
-Ongoing volunteer support is provided by the Programme Lead via telephone, video and email.
-Adhoc additional training & development opportunities
-Invitation to attend annual Bramber Bakehouse Team & Community Events
What skills or qualities are needed?
Essential
-Must be female aged 21+
-A warm, friendly & positive attitude
-An understanding, empathetic and non-judgemental approach
-A clear sense of personal & professional boundaries
-Able to build relationships and work positively with team members and other women
-Organised and reliable
-Good communication skills
-Good standard of English
-Good IT skills (i.e. accessing emails, video calls, session forms, virtual training & resources)
-Have a good support system in place for own needs
Desirable
-Experience working with women survivors of trauma
-Experience of working with ethnically and culturally diverse communities
Date added
28th September 2026
Organisation
Location
Can be done at home
Deadline for applications
1 Nov 2026
Categories
A women's group Black and minority ethnic groups Other groups People with health problems People with mental health problems
Activities
Befriending
Disabled access?
Yes
Expenses paid?
Yes
Childcare available?
No
Contact name
Lucy Butt
Phone number
0333 344 7532
Email address
recruitment@bramberbakehouse.co.uk
https://bramberbakehouse.co.uk/vacancies/
