Availability Details
The time you will spend volunteering will vary depending on the type and frequency of the activity. you choose to run. You could volunteer with as little as 2 hours per month. We're ideally looking for Community Volunteer who can volunteer for at least 3 months but you can volunteer for longer than this if you would like to.
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United Kingdom
National Childbirth Volunteers needed for growing community initiative!
Local NCT groups and activities are an essential part of what we do. They provide warm, friendly, non-judgemental support to all parents, improving wellbeing and reducing isolation.
As a Community Volunteer you will know what is most needed to support parents in your local area and play a big role in creating spaces for parents to connect and access reliable information and support.
In this flexible role, you will support local parents by leading one of our easy to set up regular events such as a Bumps & Babies group or outdoor Walk and Talk, or holding a Nearly New Sales event.
What's involved?
• Planning and leading one of our local activities or services to support parents.
• Advertising your group or event via social media and other platforms.
• Attracting and welcoming helpers for your activity.
• Following NCT guidance to ensure all events are welcoming, inclusive and safe.
• Collecting and sharing information about the difference you make to parents.
• Promoting NCT's values and vision in your local community.
Skills needed
* Motivated and reliable.
* Ability to plan and organise one off events or regular groups.
* Have a welcoming attitude to all parents.
* The ability to be friendly and be a good listener.
Benefits for the Volunteer
* A great volunteer experience where you can meet new people, and develop new skills.
* Excellent support from other experienced volunteers and our volunteering development team.
* Access to an online platform with all the tools, resources and training you will need for your role.
* Out of pocket expenses reimbursed while volunteering.
* Most importantly you will have the opportunity to make a real difference to parents in the local community.
