Volunteer Telford

Independent Custody Visitors (ICVs) are a key part of the justice system, making sure the rights of those in police custody are being maintained.

Going behind the scenes of police custody, ICVs get to see things that normal members of the public do not.

Supported by the PCC John Campion, the amazing volunteers visit custody suites across West Mercia including Herefordshire, Worcestershire, and Shropshire.

The visits provide an independent check on the way in which detainees are held, in accordance with the Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 guidelines and help foster better public understanding and confidence in the way prisoners are treated.

Allsports Coaches Coaching Academy are a not for profit social enterprise providing training to military veterans and former emergency service workers to become sports coaches and mentors  HELPING CHILDREN RECOVER THEIR CHILDHOOD by delivering  GREAT COACHING CHANGING LIVES

We have opportunities for volunteers with experience in social media marketing and general administration.

Candidates would be home based and hours would be flexible.

Get Involved in Adult Social Care

Are you an expert with lived experience of Adult Social Care?

We are looking for volunteers who currently or have in the past accessed Adult Social Care, care and support services to work with us. To ensure that those who have lived experience (experts by experience) are heard, valued, and can inform, question, and challenge our developments and practice. 

We are looking for volunteers to join our various boards, get involved in projects and pieces of time-limited co-production activity.

This may include:

- Providing feedback or sharing experiences with decision makers

- Reviewing policies and procedures

- Assisting in recruitment processes

- Networking in a positive way with other people who have an interest or access adult social care

- Commissioning and contracting activities – involvement in commissioning new or reviewing existing services

- Reviewing public information prior to release to ensure accuracy and readability

To assist tutors in supporting teaching and learning by providing informal help to individuals or small groups of learners under the guidance of teaching staff.

Volunteers may help facilitate certain activities within the programme as directed. This role involves working collaboratively with learners and staff to contribute to an inclusive, engaging, and supportive learning environment tailored to individual needs

Role purpose
To provide voluntary support the learning, personal development, and wellbeing of learners including SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) learners within a classroom, vocational workshop, or community-based activity

MAIN DUTIES

- Assist learners during activities and sessions, offering encouragement and informal support as directed by the tutor.
- Help learners engage with their studies, providing a positive and welcoming presence in the learning environment.
- Support individual learners, including those with special needs, to build confidence and develop their independence.
- Work alongside tutors and support staff to promote inclusive and enjoyable learning experiences.
- Help with small tasks, such as preparing materials or setting up activities, to assist the team in delivering lessons or sessions.
- Observe and report any concerns about learner wellbeing to staff, following safeguarding guidelines.
- Help adapt learning materials or activities to suit individual learner needs.
- Contribute to the friendly atmosphere of the learning environment by being empathetic and approachable.
- Contribute ideas and enthusiasm to the team, helping develop creative ways to engage learners and overcome challenges in learning.
- Be a positive, empathetic, and an encouraging presence for learners.
- To participate in team meetings where appropriate, sharing insights or feedback to support the work of the team.
- To represent the charity positively in all interactions, promoting its values and mission
- To provide relevant feedback or updates to staff and leadership, as needed, to support the charity’s activities.