Barnardo's

02 Sep 2024 ·

Group Activity Helper (Supporting the Atebion team in the delivery and facilitation of groups, Bridgend)

• Working alongside staff, to support group activities with adults only around a common need/issue.
• Setting up group activities in advance and clearing away afterwards. This might include preparing refreshments/snacks, organising the layout of the room, preparing resources and tidying the room after the group.
• Participating in group discussions and activities.
• Sharing knowledge and solutions about specific issues.
• Adhering to Barnardo's policies and procedures at all times, including Barnardo's: Safeguarding; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion; Health & Safety; Data Protection; Confidentiality; Recording policies and procedures.
• Participating fully in training and supervision.
• Volunteering within Barnardo's Values and Behaviours.

• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
• Approachable and welcoming.
• The ability to communicate and engage with adult parents and carers.
• Being non-judgmental and positive in their attitude to working with parents and carers from different backgrounds.
• Experience or knowledge relevant to the specific group.
• The ability to empathise with parents and carers, who may be facing difficult times in their lives.

• Full induction and training.
• Other training opportunities relevant to the volunteer role.
• Regular supervision and support.
• Out of pocket expenses agreed in advance.
• Access to the Barnardo’s internal vacancy listing.
• Our volunteers tell us about lots of other benefits of volunteering including; experience of working with children, young people and families; experience for your CV; supporting your local community; meeting new people; increasing self-confidence; feeling like you are making a difference; improving your health and wellbeing; and a chance to contribute to a worthwhile children’s charity.
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