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At SeeAbility, we specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities or autism, who may also have sight loss. Through our support, people live ambitious lives and achieve things they never ...
Volunteer Befrienders required for a disability charity
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Summary
If you enjoy talking to new people, doing puzzles, baking, reading or doing arts and crafts then you be a great Befriender to the people we support.Detailed description
We are looking for kind, empathetic and friendly people to be befrienders to the people we support with learning disabilities and autism, who may also have sight loss.
These activities might include chatting over a cup of tea, enjoying sports, reading books, baking, or playing board games. We try and find mutual interests & hobbies between the people we support and our befriending volunteers.
Skills required
- To be kind, empathetic and friendly
- To have a good sense of humour and love to chat
- To be punctual and reliable
- To be able to deal with information in line with our data protection and confidentiality procedures
Please note that you will need to be over the age of 18 in order to apply for this role.
Travel expenses can be claimed.
This is a fantastic opportunity to have a direct impact upon the lives of others.
Befriending is a great way to keep active and meet new people.
SeeAbility provides training and this can help you to develop new skills.