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Children's Befriender - Dundee
- Aberlour Scotland's Children's Charity
- VO75565
Description
Could you spend time with a child, sharing a hobby or activity on a regular basis?
Aberlour works with children and young people who have experienced disadvantage, trauma or have disabilities. We pride ourselves on our child centred focus and strong commitment to the individual development of each child emotionally, socially, physically and intellectually. We work with whole families as well as children on their own. We are recruiting volunteer Befrienders to build relationships with children, young people or families. If you have a genuine interest in in the wellbeing of children and young people and live in the Dundee area we would love to hear from you.
What will I be doing?
Volunteers can make a make a difference to a child, young person or family’s life by:
Spending regular time with a Befriendee (child, young person or parent)
Spending time sharing in an activity or hobby with Befriendee
Encouraging Befriendee to attend groups and try new activities
Giving Befriendee someone to trust and talk to
Helping to support families who are experiences difficulties and being there for families when difficulties arise
By volunteering with Aberlour, you can gain:
A sense of satisfaction in helping young people build their confidence and self esteem to achieve their full potential
Experience of supporting young people to flourish.
Practical experience of working with young people
Have fun!
Organisation aims and objectives
Aberlour is the largest, solely Scottish, children’s charity and we provide help to over 6000 of Scotland’s most vulnerable children, young people and their families each year. Our aim is to help those children most in need, working with as many children and families as our resources allow in the areas of: • Children and families affected by disability • Children and families affected by drugs and alcohol • Young People at Risk • Parent and Child Development Our mission is to improve the lives of Scotland's children and young people. The Trust shall have the following Charitable Purposes (the Charitable Purposes): (a) to provide, maintain and promote care, accommodation, support, training and/or services for: (i) children and young persons who are in need of care, protection, assistance and/ or training; (ii) in exceptional circumstances, those who were previously children or young persons assisted by the Trust who remain vulnerable and/or disadvantaged and therefore remain in need of care, protection, assistance and/ or training; and (iii) vulnerable and/or disadvantaged adults whose assistance by the Trust will provide care, protection and/or assistance to children and young persons; and (b) to provide, maintain and promote education, training, consultancy, research and information: (i) for the beneficiaries listed in (a), as may be required to meet their specific educational and physical needs; (ii) for current and prospective individuals and agencies involved, whether through the Trust or otherwise, with issues relating principally to the types of beneficiaries listed in (a); and (iii) for members of the public generally and decision-makers about the activities of the Trust and issues arising therefrom.
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Frequency and commitment details
Befrienders will typically spend a few hours a fortnight with the Befriendee. A minimum commitment of 12 months is required for this role.
Restrictions
This opportunity is subject to the completion of satisfactory references and successful registration on the PVG scheme.
Experience required: A genuine interest in the well-being of children and young people
Experience working with children, young people and families
Knowledge and understanding of issues affecting children, young people and families
A non-judgmental, empathetic attitude
Good communication and listening skills
Respect for confidentiality and boundaries
Travel details: Our service is based within Dundee.
Minimum age: 18
Support
Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed.
