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  • VO101236

Description

Home-Start Glasgow South is a family support charity based in Glasgow South. We work with families, with at least one child up to the age of 8, who are struggling to cope with the challenges of parenting along with sometimes difficult personal circumstances.

Our volunteers visit families for 2-3 hours each week in their own home to provide practical and emotional support. If a family is isolated, they may need support to go to a local group. An overwhelmed parent may need help to organise the household or it could be that a mum or dad just need someone to talk to. A volunteer can make a big difference in a couple of hours a week. Volunteering in the family home can also include Perinatal Support (pregnancy -2 years) and English Tutoring. The support and friendship you can provide is invaluable and can help take away some of the stresses of day to day life, enabling parents to cope better with daily tasks and improve their confidence, giving their children the best possible start in life.

Organisation aims and objectives

Home-Start Glasgow South aims to support families in all areas of South Glasgow struggling to cope with the challenges of being a parent and the impact on family life. We want all families, and children, to have access to resources which will make everyday life less stressful and more enjoyable. Most of all, we want to give children the best possible start in life.

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Frequency and commitment details

Volunteers are matched with a family at a time that is suitable to them. Visits are a regular weekly commitment and volunteers are required to commit to regular support and supervision sessions also.

Restrictions

As the role involves working with children and families, we are required to carry out a PVG application and we ask that you provide two references. We are happy to discuss this when you enquire with us.
Experience required: You do not need any qualifications for this role. Your own experience as a parent or carer or relevant voluntary or work experience can be really beneficial to families. We are happy to talk to you about how your experiences could help Home-Start Glasgow South.
Travel details: The role requires visiting families in their homes in the Southside of Glasgow
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Travel expenses are paid for volunteers throughout the training and volunteer role.
Taster available: Yes
Taster details: Training courses are delivered throughout the year, so when you get in touch you will be informed of up and coming training dates.
Training details: We provide a free training course for all new volunteers which will make sure you are fully prepared to support families.
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer,
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