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Befriender Volunteer (Nuneaton)

Friendship Project For Children

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Warwickshire-based Volunteers are needed to become befrienders to children aged between 6 and 16 on a one to one basis, for two to three hours per week.

The Friendship Project is a Warwickshire-wide charity that matches children and young people (who are in need, for a variety of reasons) with volunteers, for friendship and fun. The child may be caring for a sick parent or be limited to where they can go out to because of a disabled sibling or other family member. For some children, even playing in the park or going to the cinema are a rare treat. Having some time out from often difficult home situations really does improve the child’s self-esteem and self-worth. Our volunteers report that they too enjoy spending time with their Younger Friend knowing that they are really making a difference to a child’s life.

Once a week meeting with a child in need for 2 – 3 hours. The aim is to be a positive role model and build the friendship with fun simple outings. Your commitment and time will help the child to grow in confidence and self-esteem.


Full training and support is given to our befrienders and you can claim back £12 a week (£48 a month) per outing to cover the child’s expenses (plus mileage and car parking costs).

Over 18 years only.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be carried out.
We are looking for long term weekly commitment.
Volunteers need to be based in or near Warwickshire.

Please see our website: www.friendshipproject.co.uk and our social media pages:
www.facebook.com/TheFriendshipProjectForChildren
@Friendship Proj.
Or contact Karen Hoy, Project Administrator on 0845 8382098 or karen.hoy@friendshipproject.co.uk.

Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring,Youth Work

UK Driving Licence, Social Skills

Skills Description • Can relate to and enjoy being with children and young people • Are punctual, reliable and can commit to a minimum 6 month period • Have excellent listening and communication skills • Are empathetic, kind and encouraging • Have patience, flexibility and a willingness to persevere • Are non-judgmental and open minded • Have a mature outlook on life and a real desire to help young people • Aged between 18 and 80 • Able to drive and have access to a car • Meetings can be after school or over the weekends

A rewarding friendship with a child or young person that will be able to give them new opportunities and help their confidence self confidence. The opportunity to make the difference to the life of a child or young person. Full training and support is given to our befrienders and you can claim back £12 a week (£48 a month) per outing to cover the child’s expenses (plus mileage and car parking costs).

Further location details may be provided below.

CV11 4HG

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