Countywide (On-Site)
Voluntary, Flexible hours
TBC
casual
Job introduction
About the role
Can you spare a few hours a month and help us make a positive difference to young people across East Sussex?
We run evening sessions in our Youth Hubs in Hastings, Eastbourne, Heathfield & Peacehaven for young people aged 8-19 (up to 25 for those with SEND), which last from 1.5 to 3 hours. We know from experience how highly valued these sessions are for our young people in East Sussex.
We are looking for volunteers aged 16 or over who can support our Youth Workers by assisting and engaging in activities, but most importantly show interest in the lives of the youths who attend. There is a wide variety of activities that we cater for and are always open to new ideas if you have a particular skill set.
Our current volunteers help for a variety of reasons. Many find it a rewarding way to give back to the community, as well as an opportunity to gain new skills and experiences in preparation for a new career. In fact, several of our staff started at East Sussex as a volunteer. Whatever your reasons, we’d love to hear from you.
Our young people value consistency so please consider this when offering to volunteer. Training and uniform will be provided and we will cover travel costs. We will also be happy to provide references and there are often opportunities for careers within the council as a result of volunteering.
All we ask is that you have an interest in engaging with young people. Any experience of this would be a bonus. Every volunteer will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (we will arrange this).
To register your interest, please email us YHVolunteers@eastsussex.gov.uk, and tell us which location you are interested in volunteering at and any experience you have of working with young people, or give us a call on 01323 463244 and ask for Izzy or Emily.
Additional information
Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.
Data provided as part of a job application will be processed in line with the privacy notice for job applicants.
DBS
This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to gov.uk disclosure and barring service . Please note that we require evidence of an overseas police check if you have lived or worked abroad.
Work Permits
We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System. Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
If you require sponsorship to work in the UK please let the hiring manager know this in your application so we can check eligibility for sponsorship for the role.
Reasonable adjustments
If you require any reasonable adjustments, due to disability, to enable you to participate fully in the process please contact the hiring manager on the contact details above.
Reasonable adjustments include things like an offline application form. If you would like to discuss your requirements further, please get in touch.
Equal Opportunities
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.
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