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  • VO96302

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Grandmentors is an award winning inter-generational mentoring programme, matching volunteer mentors aged 50+ with young people aged 16-24 who have had adverse childhood experiences. Grandmentors has now launched in Midlothian.
Our volunteer mentors help young people navigate the transition to independence by guiding them through life skills such as managing finances, accessing employment, education and training, and supporting their health and wellbeing. This opportunity is for volunteers (normally aged 50+) who have life experience and skills to offer. However, if you are younger than 50 and feel you could offer valuable support, please do apply.

Organisation aims and objectives

EVERYONE IN THE UK SHOULD HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO THRIVE. So we bring people together to overcome some of society’s most complex issues through the power of volunteering. We partner with communities to overcome adversity, tackling social isolation and loneliness, improving health, developing skills and opportunity and making sure young people can lead change. And because we’re a national charity, we do this at scale, sharing our expertise and building partnerships to make an even bigger impact. Our place-based approach, which is shaped by local knowledge, energy and understanding, is designed to support people in their local communities to overcome the challenges they may face and to unlock their potential. We provide a platform for volunteers, young people, and communities to challenge existing structures and work with decision-makers to overcome barriers and inequalities.

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1/2 hours per week

Frequency and commitment details

1/2 hours per week

Restrictions

This role requires PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) scheme membership, which will be handled and processed by Volunteering Matters at no cost to the volunteer.
Experience required: No mentoring experience needed-just an ability to relate to and understand young people. We provide training and support to our volunteers on an ongoing basis. Good people skills, communication skills, patience, and can offer a regular commitment of a few hours per week (weekly or fortnightly).
Travel details: Midlothian residents will mentor within the Midlothian local authority, car or public transport.
Minimum age: 40

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: We cover travel expenses and reimburse volunteers every week.
Training details: Mentoring Skills and Safeguarding training provided, as well as other ongoing training opportunities and the support of a dedicated engagement manager.
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer

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