IW Volunteer
This is an exciting opportunity to join our volunteer scheme here at Children’s Services, the scheme is managed by the Targeted Family Support Team and provides opportunity to volunteer across Children’s Services.
We are looking to grow our team of volunteers as we move forward in more effectively supporting children and families living on our Island.
Volunteers add real extra value to the great work the staff at Children’s Services are already doing.
Volunteering with us will provide you with opportunities to improve your skills knowledge and experience and to meet new people.
You may be retired, in further education, employed or seeking employment. As the largest employer on the island, we are committed to supporting you through your volunteering journey.
Current and future opportunities include:
Support with projects such as ‘Come Dine with me’ ‘Have your say day’
Support young people with their transfer to living independently, guiding and mentoring to set up their new home and routine.
Support with completing the AQA independent living skills.
Support to access community groups.
Support the virtual school with Buddying/mentoring & Exam Coaching
Skills As a Children’s Services volunteer you will:
Meet new peopleImprove your skills, knowledge, and experience
Complete online learning from your own home
Have a DBS (police) check carried out free of charge
Gain references
Obtain experience for entry to social work
Posted for: Children's Services, Isle of Wight Council
Diversity and equal opportunities policy
Accessibility
Age restrictions
Child Protection
Complaints Policy
Confidentially Policy
Health and Safety Policy
Ongoing support
Suitable for Duke of Edinburgh Award
Suitable for Supported Volunteering
Suitable for Under 16's
Suitable for Under 18's
Training provided
Volunteers covered by insurance
When can I volunteer? Start Date:
01/09/2025
End Date:
01/10/2026
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We are looking to grow our team of volunteers as we move forward in more effectively supporting children and families living on our Island.
Volunteers add real extra value to the great work the staff at Children’s Services are already doing.
Volunteering with us will provide you with opportunities to improve your skills knowledge and experience and to meet new people.
You may be retired, in further education, employed or seeking employment. As the largest employer on the island, we are committed to supporting you through your volunteering journey.
Current and future opportunities include:
Support with projects such as ‘Come Dine with me’ ‘Have your say day’
Support young people with their transfer to living independently, guiding and mentoring to set up their new home and routine.
Support with completing the AQA independent living skills.
Support to access community groups.
Support the virtual school with Buddying/mentoring & Exam Coaching
Skills As a Children’s Services volunteer you will:
Meet new peopleImprove your skills, knowledge, and experience
Complete online learning from your own home
Have a DBS (police) check carried out free of charge
Gain references
Obtain experience for entry to social work
Posted for: Children's Services, Isle of Wight Council
Diversity and equal opportunities policy
Accessibility
Age restrictions
Child Protection
Complaints Policy
Confidentially Policy
Health and Safety Policy
Ongoing support
Suitable for Duke of Edinburgh Award
Suitable for Supported Volunteering
Suitable for Under 16's
Suitable for Under 18's
Training provided
Volunteers covered by insurance
When can I volunteer? Start Date:
01/09/2025
End Date:
01/10/2026
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Morning Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Afternoon Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Evening Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Location This opportunity has
no specific location .
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