Babbling Babies Volunteers are usually found leading a group attended by parents and children on their own. This role suits people who want to provide caring, empathetic and holistic support to families.

What You'll Do: 
  • Preparation of room and packing away the equipment used at the end of the session 
  • Meet and greet parents/carers and their children and make them feel welcome and relaxed 
  • To model, encourage and support parents/carers and their children to take part in activities 
  • Provide additional signposting to Service Users where a need for support has been requested or identified 
  • To ensure safe and agreed practices are adhered to at all times 
  • To record attendance at the groups in line with Family Action and the Family Hub’s policies and procedures 
  • Volunteers will need to gain an understanding (appropriate to your role) of, and comply with, all relevant Family Action Policies and procedures. 
  • Record your volunteer hours and submit to Family Action 
Why You'll Love It: 
You'll love working with parents and children to support them support themselves.  You'll love meeting a wide range of people.  You'll love the experience you get.  You'll love the sense pride you get when you know you've made a difference, however small that might be.  You'll love being part of the amazing Family Action team. 
What You'll Learn: 
What you’ll gain from volunteering…   Feeling of bringing people together to work collectively and seeing the impact of this – relationships being formed, confidence increasing and challenges being overcome.  You’ll also gain experience of leading the group that facilitates this…early years, young people, family or health-based experience for those looking into careers in these areas.   Robust training, which includes Safeguarding, Data Protection, Health & Safety, Personal Safety, Equality & Diversity – and is backed up by local induction covering areas including communication, boundaries and ‘meeting the values’.   You’ll be a valued member of our team and you’ll make a difference to local families and communities – having fun and gaining experience all the way!
What We're Looking For: 
Friendly, empathic and non-judgmental attitude   Good organiser   Effective communication skills, confident speaking to a diverse range of people and an active listener   Able to work in a confidential manner  A strong team player   Accurate record keeper  Enjoy helping people and their community 
Summary
Volunteering
Community
Young People
Families
Stockton
0 Weeks Minimum
3 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Organisation
Teamwork/Collaboration
Communication
Creativity
Motivating Others
Requirements: 
DBS check
In-Person Interview
Over 18
Training

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