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?
Flourish 121 Mentoring is part of Bramber Bakehouse’s Progression Programme, and offers participants continued support, guidance and encouragement that gives women confidence to grow.
We are looking for kind, caring and committed volunteers to provide regular 121 mentoring to their match (12 scheduled sessions of up to 60 minute telephone and/ or google meet video calls).
Mentors provide a consistent relationship of trust and support, offering guidance and encouragement that empowers mentees to take steps forward on their personal growth journey.
Volunteering commitment:
-Approximately 2 hours per week (includes mentoring calls + related admin & support)
-Up to 12 sessions per mentoring match
-Calls may take place Monday - Thursday, between 9am to 4pm for up to 60 minutes.
Other requirements
-Able to attend volunteer training, reviews and support meetings as required
-Access to a telephone, laptop/device and reliable internet connection
-Access to a confidential private space free from distractions to carry out befriending calls
-Willing to commit to volunteering for 12 months
-Provide details of a suitable reference
-Completed a basic DBS
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
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
-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+
-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)
-A warm, friendly and encouraging attitude
-An understanding, empathetic and non-judgemental approach
-A clear sense of professional boundaries
-An interest, experience and insights into personal growth and development topics
-Have a good support system in place for own needs
Desirable
-Knowledge and experience of working with women survivors of trauma
-Experience of working with ethnically and culturally diverse communities
-Experience of coaching & mentoring relationships
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 People with health problems People with mental health problems
Activities
Advocacy/advice Befriending Other activities
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/
