French Speaking Befriender Volunteer

We are looking for a French-speaking befriender volunteer to meet with a person we support on a regular basis at our extra care service in Tower Hamlets. You will be an outgoing, sociable and warm person, who's also a good listener.

As a befriender, you will provide companionship to a person we support and help them to gain confidence and engage with the local community. This role could involve meeting for a cup of tea and a chat, a trip to a local café, going for a walk, attending church etc.

This role is based at an extra care service which supports older people with a range of needs. The service is easily accessible via public transport.

We are a passionate, inclusive and anti-racist organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from people with a disability, and as a proud Stonewall Diversity Champion we actively encourage applications from the LGBT+ community.

Volunteer Duties:
- Meet on a regular basis
- Develop a positive and trusting relationship while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries
- Facilitate meaningful conversations and provide companionship
- Encourage independence, choice, and personal wellbeing
- Promote a positive, respectful, and supportive environment
- Accompany the individual on community-based activities and outings
- Support the individual to attend church services and faith-based activities where appropriate
- Report any safeguarding concerns to Creative Support staff members
- Understand and work within Creative Support policies and procedures, respecting boundaries
- Attend regular supervisions with your allocated volunteer supervisor and complete any training provided

Hours: Flexible times, weekends preferred

Application Instructions:
To apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.

You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed application forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to [email protected] to be considered.

Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS

If you would like to discuss volunteering with Creative Support of have any questions about the application process, please contact our Volunteer Team on 0161 236 0829 or email [email protected].