Volunteering Vacancies

Child Contact Centre Volunteer

Where: Westcliff-on-Sea
When: 3-5 hours per week (times will vary)

Purpose of the Role

City Family is looking for a Child Contact Centre Volunteer who will help to support children to spend time with family members that they no longer live with.  

This is an opportunity to play a key role in providing a safe venue, helping parents and children to prepare of their visits and provide a welcoming environment that is child focused.

You’ll be great for this Role if you are:

• Patient
• Empathetic
• Assertive
• Understanding
• Reliable
• Punctual
• Passionate about making a difference
• Committed to City Family's values

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Setting up the contact centre, prior to families attending.
• Completing health and safety checks
• Putting out toys, or preparing snacks, as directed by the team leader or co-ordinator
• Welcoming families and supporting sign-in
• Monitoring exits
• Helping with tidy-up and pack-down

Important Info

DBS Check: Enhanced DBS required (we can fund and support this process)
Training: Online safeguarding & role-specific training required
Commitment:

• Minimum 3 hours per week
• Willingness to attend regular supervision
• Occasional recording/notes where required

Please complete our simple application form below, ensuring you attach your recent CV.