Employment, Training & Education Support Volunteer

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Overview

Volunteers make an enormous contribution to our work at Change Grow Live.

Last year over 1400 volunteers donated over a quarter of million hours of their time to our organisation.

Would you like to join our growing team of volunteers, and make a real difference?

Responsibilities

Are you passionate about helping people unlock their potential and take steps toward a brighter future? Join Change Grow Live as an Employment, Training & Education (ETE) Support Volunteer and play a vital role in empowering individuals affected by substance misuse to access meaningful opportunities in work, training, and education.

What You'll Do:

• Support clients with CV writing, job applications, and interview preparation.
• Help individuals explore and access volunteering, training, and educational opportunities.
• Assist the ETE team in managing appointments and maintaining accurate records.
• Engage with local employers, colleges, and training providers to create new opportunities.
• Promote the ETE service internally and externally, including through outreach and home visits.
• Support the delivery of workshops and training sessions for service users.

What You'll Gain:

• Experience in a supportive, person-centred environment
• Skills in coaching, communication, and partnership working
• The chance to make a real difference in people's lives
• Full training and ongoing support from the ETE team

What We're Looking For:

• Understanding of the barriers faced by people who are long-term unemployed
• Awareness of substance misuse and issues affecting vulnerable groups
• Strong communication and IT skills
• Empathetic, non-judgmental, and motivated to support others
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries

Please note this role is suited to someone who can offer 2 or more days volunteering.

If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

Sharon Zdan-Michajlowicz | s.zdan-michajlowicz@cgl.org.uk | 07778146030

Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role.

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.