Support, training and commitment
Support and supervision
The mentor will be line managed by a member of the Steps to Success team, and supported also by Depaul UK’s Volunteer team.
Induction and training
All mentors with receive an induction to Depaul UK and an induction to specific to your mentor role
Commitment
Flexible. A minimum of 1 hour per month. This could be evenings/daytime/weekends to suit both mentor and mentee.
If you have not been an active in your mentoring role for 3 months we will contact you to see if you wish to continue and if you have not been active for 6 months your role will be ended. You could then re-apply for any volunteering at Depaul again going through the full volunteer recruitment process.
Benefits of the role
THE DISCLOSURE & BARRING SERVICE – DISCLOSURE
Depaul UK aims to promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. Depaul UK welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Criminal records will be taken into account for requirement purposes only when the conviction is relevant.
As Depaul UK meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013) by SI 2013 1198’. All applicants who are offered volunteering may be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure & Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed
We kindly request no contact from recruitment or media agencies.
1. Project planning – work alongside Depaul UK staff to survey, scope out and identify painting and decorating projects that align with the maintenance needs and priorities of our accommodation facilities. Support with the development of project plans, including timelines, material, storage and costings lists and safety protocols.
2. Skills training – provide guidance and support to corporate volunteers, including briefing them on painting and decorating techniques, safety procedures and project expectations. Ensure that volunteers have the necessary tools and resources to carry out their tasks effectively.
3. Supervision and support – Oversee volunteers during the painting and decorating activities, offering assistance and guidance as needed. Ensure that projects are completed to a high standard and in accordance with Depaul UK’s quality standards.
4. Contribution and adherence – to attend all inductions and support sessions as necessary and to adhere to the term of Depaul UK’s policies. To contribute positively to the continuous development of the project/team and to observe clear professional boundaries with the young people living in Depaul UK supported accommodation services.
Qualification and skillsAll volunteers with receive a Volunteer induction and an induction to specific roles and projects. Volunteers will be given access to learning and development opportunities in line with their role.
CommitmentTime Commitment
Flexible, based on the availability of corporate volunteering groups and the needs of Depaul UK’s accommodation services. Volunteer days may range from a few hours to a few days depending on the scope of the project, this will be agreed and planned for together.
THE DISCLOSURE & BARRING SERVICE – DISCLOSURE
Depaul UK aims to promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. Depaul UK welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Criminal records will be taken into account for requirement purposes only when the conviction is relevant
We kindly request no contact from recruitment or media agencies.
Skills and knowledge
The volunteer will be line managed by Beki Hyde, in the first instance and the Volunteer & Mentoring Coordinator, Amy Jobling, in the second instance.
Induction and training:
All volunteers with receive a Volunteer induction and an induction to specific roles and projects. Volunteers will be given access to learning and development opportunities in line with their role.
CommitmentThe Oldham Young People’s Service provides support 24/7 365 days a year. Appointments will mostly be within standard hours of 9- 5 Monday to Friday but flexibility outside of these hours may be required. Some examples of the required time are: Assessments 1.5hrs, Support session 2hrs.
If you have not been an active in your volunteering for 3 months we will contact you to see if you wish to continue and if you have not been active for 6 months your volunteering role will be ended. You could then re-apply for any volunteering at Depaul again going through the full volunteer recruitment process.
Benefits
THE DISCLOSURE & BARRING SERVICE – DISCLOSURE
Depaul UK aims to promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. Depaul UK welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Criminal records will be taken into account for requirement purposes only when the conviction is relevant.
We kindly request no contact from recruitment or media agencies.
All applicants who are offered volunteering may be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure & Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed.
We kindly request no contact from recruitment or media agencies.
Cheshire and Manchester Minimum 3 hours per week
Social media volunteer
Cheshire West and Chester Supported Lodgings supports young care leavers aged 16-17 by providing temporary accommodation in the homes of local volunteers. Volunteer hosts, who are ordinary members of the community, open their homes and provide support and guidance to a young person. The role of the social media volunteer is to provide support to our Supported Lodgings service. You will produce content for local teams to be used in their social media platforms as well as run some local campaigns to recruit volunteers able to offer their spare room as a Supported Lodgings host. You will assist our Supported Lodgings co-ordinator with other promotional activities, including attending local recruitment and promotional events, engaging in community promotion and networking events.Communication skills, experience with MS Office, previous experience working using social media or marketing products and a commitment to the work of Depaul UK.
Introduction and trainingAll volunteers with receive a Volunteer induction and an induction to specific roles and projects. Volunteers will be given access to learning and development opportunities in line with their role.
CommitmentThere is a minimum commitment of 3 hours per week for this role, however, we can be flexible around holidays and other commitments.
If you have not been an active in your volunteering for 3 months we will contact you to see if you wish to continue and if you have not been active for 6 months your volunteering role will be ended. You could then re-apply for any volunteering at Depaul again going through the full volunteer recruitment process
Benefits