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Volunteer Breathing Space Mentor

Manylion swydd
Dyddiad hysbysebu: 22 Rhagfyr 2025
Cyflog: Heb ei nodi
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: voluntary unpaid
Oriau: Rhan Amser
Dyddiad cau: 01 Ionawr 2026
Lleoliad: Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
Gweithio o bell: Ar y safle yn unig
Cwmni: Together for Children Sunderland
Math o swydd: Cytundeb
Cyfeirnod swydd: 288042

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Breathing Space Volunteer Mentor
Volunteering position
Fixed Term Minimum 24 weeks
Evenings and Weekends, School Holidays

Interviews to take place 26th January 2026

Breathing Space is a Together for Children funded initiative that provides valuable space, time and support for young people with additional needs who are at risk of suspension/exclusion.

Breathing Space offers positive experiences and opportunities to improve emotional wellbeing and support young people to remain in education.

Requirements

Could you be a positive role model for a young person in need of support?

Together for Children is looking for compassionate, reliable, and enthusiastic volunteers to join our Breathing Space project as Mentors. This rewarding role involves providing 1-to-1 support to young people aged School Years 5 to 9 who are at risk of suspension or exclusion and may have a diagnosis or be on the pathway for Autism and/or SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs).

As a mentor, you’ll help create a safe, supportive space where young people can build confidence, develop social skills, and stay connected to education.

What You’ll Do

Meet weekly with a young person for 12 weeks
Take part in fun, interest-based activities in the community
Build a trusting, supportive relationship
Encourage participation in positive, structured opportunities
Provide emotional support and be a consistent, positive presence
Complete short session reflections and manage a small activity budget

For more information please contact Hayley Brand at Hayley.brand@togetherforchildren.org.uk or call 07717802125

The successful applicants will be required to apply for a Disclosure & Barring Service Enhanced Disclosure.

Volunteers undergo a comprehensive induction training package, and an interview before an appointment is offered. Mileage/expenses are paid.

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