Volunteer Group Facilitator Role

Volunteer Group Facilitator role,

South Wales

 Purpose of this role:

The purpose of this role is to assist in facilitating activities or support groups throughout the year. We organise events to educate and bring the community together. Within TMR’s project, there are group meetings and peer participation groups. The facilitator will be responsible for providing training, advice and on-going guidance to the participants. You will organise and facilitate weekly group meetings to discuss development ideas and to look at up-coming events and possible pressure points which their participants might be facing. This is likely to include any external training, workshops, community events, work experience placements, job applications etc.

Commitment to Veterans:

The Mentor Ring recognises, values and appreciates the skills and abilities of our UK Armed Forces Veterans and understands their diverse experiences and culture. We are committed to equality and diversity and we have experience of providing ongoing support to Veterans and their families. We aim to assist with transition into civilian life, integration into the civilian community, re- training and education and matters concerning mental health, resilience and wellbeing. Veterans are encouraged to get in touch about all of our volunteer roles and opportunities. 

 

 

What will you be doing?

      • Setting up tables and chairs in the coffee morning sessions

      • Organising and setting out the tea, coffee, biscuits, cups and plates on the serving table
      • Organised  and Self- Motivated
      • The facilitator will work with team of up to 10 participants (1:10 as a maximum ratio).

      • Liaise with the project lead to organise speakers and specialist advisors.

Experience:

    • Good communication skills.                                                  
    • Good people skills.
    • Experience of working with ethnic minority communities would be an advantage.
    • The ability to be flexible with time. 

How we will support you?

  • Full training is given for this role.
  • Expenses are fully reimbursed on a monthly basis.
  • Volunteers are given an induction upon beginning their role.
  • DBS Check required.

Time and Place:

  • Monday – Friday (Flexible).
  •  Flexible 2 hours per week.
  • Hours to suit volunteer
  • Remote / office
  • The Mentor Ring, 2nd floor, Butetown Community Centre, Butetown , Cardiff CF10 5JA

 

What’s in it for you?

This is an ideal opportunity to meet new people and mix with your peers. Volunteering can be very rewarding, and this role could help you to decide what career path you would like to take. You will also gain valuable experience along the way, which can be added to your C.V.

 

If this sounds like a good fit for you, please email: info@MentorRing.org.uk