Volunteer at The Hub, Blackfen Community Library

Volunteer at The Hub, Blackfen Community Library

Posted for Blackfen Community Library

Posted by Bexley Voluntary Service Council

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The Hub

Young people today need a safe space to connect and grow. At The HUB, we help youth Hang out safely, Unwind from daily pressures, and find a true sense of Belonging. But we can't do it alone! We are looking for passionate volunteers to help us build this community. Help us create a space that inspires the next generation.

Want to make a real difference in a young person's life? Join our team today!

What skills do I need?

Key Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment where young people feel they belong.
• Support young people’s wellbeing, confidence, independence and personal development.
• Help young people have a voice in shaping the Youth Hub and its activities.

Main responsibilities

• Develop positive, trusting and appropriate relationships with young people aged 11–18.
• Facilitate fun and engaging activities.
• Encourage participation, creativity, teamwork and leadership.
• Provide informal support and a listening ear when young people want to talk.
• Identify emerging needs and signpost young people to appropriate support.
• Promote positive wellbeing, healthy relationships, confidence and resilience.
• Collaborate with parents/carers, schools, churches/community organisations and other professionals where appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate records and contribute to monitoring and evaluation.
• Follow all safeguarding, health and safety, confidentiality and organisational policies.
• Attend team meetings and/or training in addition to volunteering and your availability

Specifics

• Every other Friday throughout the year or monthly, according to your availability
• Must be aged over 18
• Be flexible and committed
• We will ensure you are fully supported by our Youth Lead
• Our Volunteer Manager will check in with you in the first 6 weeks to ensure you are comfortable in the role
• We do not pay expenses
• We conduct a DBS Level 1 check for safeguarding purposes only.

Following your application, our Volunteer Lead will contact you to continue the recruitment process which will include taking up references.