Independent Visitor (Volunteer Mentor) for young person in care

We are currently looking to recruit a volunteer mentor (called Independent Visitors or IVs) for a young person based in Norfolk (area surrounding Norwich). To meet the specific needs for the young person, we encourage male candidates to apply.

Our IVs are there to develop a long-term friendship with a young person, meeting at least once a month, to give them an opportunity to access hobbies and interests, gain independence skills and generally have a fun day out. IVs are there to develop a long-term 1:1 friendship with a young person, meeting at least once a month, to give them an opportunity to access hobbies and interests, gain independence skills and generally have a fun day out.

Purpose:

• To visit, advise and befriend a young person who is looked after by the care system.
• To enable a young person to have contact with someone who is independent of the social services department, education system, health department, etc.
• To provide an “adult friend” for a young person who may have little or no contact with members of his/her own family.

Requirements:

• Subject to Enhanced DBS / References needed
• No particular qualification needed! – we just need you to be resilient, committed and have a genuine interest in the welfare of young people!
• Ideally, you need to be a driver with a car and valid driving license

Benefits:

• Ongoing support from a dedicated volunteer coordinator
• Expenses reimbursed including mileage and activity costs
• Full training and onboarding provided
• Make a difference to the life of young people in care! :)

Check our Instagram page @actionforchildrenlondoniv to find out more!

Interested in making a difference?

Apply today and receive the link to our application form !