Family Support Volunteers - Gosport & New Milton

Simon Says Bereavement Support is a Hampshire-based charity dedicated to supporting children and young people up to the age of 18 who have experienced the death of someone important to them. Our monthly support groups provide a safe and understanding environment where young people can express their grief, build resilience, and connect with others who share similar experiences.

Family Support Volunteers play a key role in ensuring that parents and carers also feel supported, informed, and understood during their child’s bereavement journey.

Simon Says Bereavement Support is looking for a Family Support Volunteers to join our support group in Gosport and New Milton - to welcome, reassure, and support parents and carers while their children attend our monthly bereavement support groups.

What you’ll do

• Greet and support new and returning families
• Offer 1:1 compassionate listening to those newly bereaved
• Explain the children’s session activities and how they support grief and emotional wellbeing
• Check in with families and signpost to other services where needed
• Handle sensitive information confidentially and follow safeguarding procedures

What skills do I need?

What you’ll bring:

• Experience supporting adults (e.g., counselling, listening roles, or similar).
• Warmth, empathy, and strong communication skills.
• Confidence in speaking with families about grief and emotional support.
• Reliability and emotional resilience.

What we provide:

• Full training in bereavement support and safeguarding
• Ongoing support from our staff and volunteer team
• The chance to make a real impact in your local community

Commitment:

• 3 hours, once a month on a weekend day

Grief can feel isolating - but a gentle conversation can help someone feel seen and less alone.

By volunteering, you’ll make a lasting difference to families navigating one of life’s hardest challenges. Family Support Volunteers help parents and carers feel understood, reassured, and connected to the support their children receive — strengthening the holistic approach that makes Simon Says such a trusted bereavement support service in Hampshire. This is a meaningful opportunity for anyone looking to volunteer in a supportive, community-focused role.