Volunteer - Education, Training & Employment Support
Change Grow Live
20 days ago
Volunteer
On-site
Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Overview
Are you passionate about helping people unlock their potential and take steps toward a brighter future?
Join Change Grow Live as an Education, Training & Employment (ETE) Support Volunteer and play a vital role in empowering individuals affected by substance misuse to access meaningful opportunities in work, training, and education.
Responsibilities
- Support clients with CV writing, job applications, and interview preparation.
- Help individuals explore and access volunteering, training, and educational opportunities.
- Assist the ETE team in maintaining accurate records.
- Engage with local employers, colleges, and training providers to create new opportunities.
- Support the delivery of workshops and training sessions for service users.
What You’ll Gain:
- Experience in a supportive, person-centred environment
- Skills in coaching, communication, and partnership working
- The chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
- Full training and ongoing support from the ETE team
What We’re Looking For:
- Understanding of the barriers faced by people who are long-term unemployed
- Awareness of substance misuse and issues affecting vulnerable groups
- Strong communication and IT skills
- Empathetic, non-judgmental, and motivated to support others
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries
If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:
Sharon Zdan-Michajlowicz | s.zdan-michajlowicz@cgl.org.uk
Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role.
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.