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Title

Grandmentor

Organisation

Volunteering Matters

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Website

http://www.volunteeringmatters.org.uk This link will open a new window.

What you will be doing

Our Grandmentors programme is a powerful opportunity to change lives by guiding young adults as they navigate life after care. By sharing their life experience, our Grandmentors, aged 50+ (or 35+ in Scotland and Greenwich), provide a vital link for young people, offering emotional support, practical advice, and a steady presence to help them build confidence and independence. Our Grandmentors come from all walks of life, bringing unique perspectives that help meet the diverse needs of each mentee.

Our volunteers are trained to forge positive, trusting relationships that both support and empower young adults to discover their strengths and pursue their own goals. Grandmentors are a source of encouragement and challenge, helping mentees to unlock their potential and take charge of their futures.

We provide training, ongoing support, and cover expenses for Grandmentors. No special skills or qualifications are required—just your life experience and a desire to make a meaningful difference in someone’s life.

Activities

Skills & Attributes

Time Management, Verbal Communication, Leadership Skills, Teamwork

Skills Description

We generally require you to have a heart that wants to see others grow, not necessarily transferable skills. We would love mentors to have time ( 1 hour a week ) for the young person they'll be matched with to support them towards their goals.

What is in it for you

We train our volunteers and support them on the role. We also refund their expenses if any is expended whilst volunteering.

Time Commitment

Regular role (weekly, fortnightly, monthly)

Driving Licence & Vehicle Required

Travel Expenses

Available in multiple locations

Further location details may be provided below.

Contact Person

Mimi Calvin-Onwuka

Role Address

Mentors meet their young people in the community, parks, cafes, libraries, youth center etc.

Postcode (See Google maps below)

CR0

Directions

Number of volunteers required

Application Process

Application Form

ID Check

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

References

Informal Discussion (may include an interview)

Support you will receive

Wheelchair Access

Disability and Access Support

At our interviews, volunteers may let us know how they would like to be supported if the have a disability or access requirements, and we will support them accordingly.