Family Friends
General volunteering Open ended

Big Buddy Befriender

Our Big Buddies support young people, aged 10-18, in the boroughs Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith & Fulham and Brent, for a few hours weekly or fortnightly over a period of 6 or 12 months. With encouragement and support, volunteers will aim to help young people to discover their strengths, build confidence, and resolve difficulties.

Remote, Onsite, Hybrid
Flexible
Posted about 1 year ago
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About the Role

Family Friends carefully recruits, trains, and matches volunteers with families in Kensington & Chelsea, Hammersmith & Fulham and Brent. Volunteers offer long-term practical and emotional support based on each family's unique needs and potential. Our Big Buddies support young people, in the boroughs above, aged 10-18 for a few hours weekly or fortnightly over a period of 6 or 12 months. With encouragement and support, volunteers will aim to help young people to discover their str...

Skills You'll Develop

Emotional Intelligence & Empathy Listening & Communication Resilience & Staying Positive

Impact Areas

Community Support Family Support Health & Well-being