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  • VO96348

Description

Would you like to support people who have served in the Armed Forces? You don’t need a military background, just some spare time occasionally, and an ability to get on with people from diverse backgrounds and age groups. If so, this could be the role for you.

What is a Helper?
SSAFA Helpers provide support to local SSAFA branches, so that the service to veterans and their families can run smoothly. Perhaps you could help out at an event, take care of some office admin, or give a talk about SSAFA?

Why do we need you?
We’ve been supporting the Armed Forces community since 1885. Our clients come from all backgrounds and age groups and may have served in WW2 or in a more recent conflict like the Falklands or Afghanistan.

There are SSAFA branches throughout the UK and overseas who support local volunteers to deliver services to veterans, serving personnel and their families. Some branches are divided into smaller divisions to ensure the best local service delivery. Each branch has a team of volunteer caseworkers, support volunteers, executive roles, and fundraisers.

We have peak times throughout the year when we need extra volunteers. Whether you enjoy organising behind the scenes or being out meeting the public, we need people who can offer some time on a flexible basis.
When would you be needed and where would you be based?
This role will suit you if you are looking to volunteer on a flexible basis as and when you are available, and we need extra help. You may be based in an office, at home, or out and about at events.

Organisation aims and objectives

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for serving personnel, veterans and their families in their time of need. Our teams of trained volunteers and employees provide practical, emotional and financial assistance to the Armed Forces community enabling them to thrive.

Restrictions

Experience required: • Friendly and approachable people with a cheerful attitude • Good spoken English • Ability to represent SSAFA and its values to potential clients, their families, other agencies, potential volunteers and potential funders. • Ability to keep within the boundaries of the role with regards to safeguarding, giving advice etc. • Reliable attitude, keep appointments, update the branch regarding your availability. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and keep information safely.
Travel details: Flexible to events and meetings.
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: 45 per mile and public transport costs covered
Training details: • Mandatory on-line training modules to complete at home, so you are up to date on how to keep clients, their families safe and personal information safe. (Data Protection and Safeguarding) • Local induction • Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses • Volunteers will be covered by SSAFAs Public Liability Insurance whilst carrying out the role.

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