Group Support at The Zone in South Ribble

Group Support at The Zone in South Ribble

Group Support Volunteers are required for the following opportunities:

• Monday evening – UNITE/SEND (6.30-8.30pm)
• Tuesday – POUT/LGBTQ+
• Wednesday evening – Youth Council (7.00-9.00pm)
• Friday – Safe Space (7.00-9.00pm)
• Friday – Locality Youth Group (6.30-7.30pm)

Do you want to make a difference to your local community?

If you have a few hours to spare each week volunteering, this could be a great opportunity to consider. We are seeking volunteers to assist under supervision of a member of staff, help those who access our services.

This opportunity will give a volunteer the chance to:

• Gain experience from volunteering for this opportunity.
• Make a positive difference to a child, young person, and their family.
• Use their creative skills.
• Improve their confidence and self-esteem.

Overview of the groups the volunteer could support:

UNITE:
Providing a safe and welcoming environment for your people aged 12-25 years with special educational needs and disabilities. The group aim to work on life skills improving communication skills, self-confidence & self-esteem in a group work setting. Parents/carers are welcome to attend.

POUT:
A group for young people aged 12 to 19 who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender. The group provides a safe and confidential space to come together to meet and share experiences. To get information, advice, and support on coming out, friendship, emotional well-being, identity, family relationships, etc.

Youth Council:
An opportunity for young people to have a voice and be able to influence decisions made locally and nationally.

Safe Spaces:
The open access group provides a safe space for young people to attend and engage with our staff.

Locality Youth Group:
An opportunity for you to meet with neighbourhood outreach workers in the community environment and discuss issues that are current and affecting your lives. A chance to discuss and learn about the issue that affects young people like bullying, low self-esteem, drugs, relationships, sexual health and child sexual exploitation. Aimed at young people who would like more information on specific issues and become more involved with a youth group.

Tasks:

All tasks are carried out under the supervision of a member of staff: 

• Support and assist staff to run sessions and activities as required for the group
• Help setting up the room for group work and tidying up afterwards
• Help with building new skills, confidence and motivation
• Engaging with groups for young people in the community
• Log volunteering hours online

Required Qualities:

• Patience and understanding
• Approachable and friendly
• Non judgemental
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Trustworthy
• An ability to motivate and inspire others
• Good communication skills – good active listener
• Reliable and committed to providing long term volunteering support