LGBTQ+ Youth Group Volunteer

At Allsorts Youth Project, we are on a mission to make sure every LGBTQ+ child in Sussex has the chance to make friends, build community & feel proud of who they are.

We want parents & carers to know they are not alone & feel confident supporting thier children. we want every adult in a LGBTQ+ child’s life - from their teacher to their gp - to be safe & welcoming.

Our vision is of a world where LGBTQ+ children & young people can be themselves and enjoy their lives.

Allsorts Youth Project is currently looking for Youth Group Volunteers! (4 hours per month)

The role of the Youth Group Volunteer is to support sessions, events & activities, including welcoming children & young people when they arrive, supporting them to engage in the activities, & helping with the set up of activities & clearing up.

We are seeking volunteers who can support our youth services in any of the following areas:

Crawley

Eastbourne

Brighton

Please visit https://allsortsyouth.org.uk/recruitment to read the Volunteer Role and submit an application form.

Disabled applicants and accessibility

We warmly welcome applications from disabled people, and are happy to make any adjustments necessary to support disabled applicants through the recruitment process - just let us know what you need at volunteering@allsortsyouth.org.uk

Closing date: Tuesday 4th August 5pm

Interview date - Friday 14th August

Training date - Friday 11th September (16:30 - 20:30)

What skills do I need?

Essential

You are aged 23+

Ability to communicate with children and young people, other volunteers and members of staff

Willingness to support, encourage and empower others

Non-judgemental

Ability to be creative and flexible

An understanding of how to maintain boundaries and keep information confidential

An understanding of the LGBTQ+ community and inclusivity

Some experience of working or volunteering with children and young people and/or vulnerable adults would be an advantage but is not essential

When do I need to be available?

	Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Details

Our groups last between 1-2 hours, and for our Crawley and Eastbourne there are two groups per evening which are separated by age range. Volunteers will be expected to arrive early to set up and stay to pack down and debrief. As well as the standard youth groups there will also be activities, events and opportunities for children and young people which volunteers can assist with; for example Pride events. Please see application form for further information around days of groups and timings.