Volunteer Mentor

Rightthere; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support charity is seeking Volunteer Mentors in Glasgow to positively impact the lives of young people aged 8-14. In this role, you will arrange and participate in activities to support a mentee’s personal growth and community engagement. All activities are funded, and you need to commit about 2 hours per week. Join us to make a difference while having fun. Training will be provided, and we look forward to your supportive presence!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Positive attitude and willingness to help young people.
• Ability to commit 2 hours a week to the mentoring activity.

Responsibilities

• Arrange meetings with the mentee.
• Develop communication and relationships with mentees and mentors.
• Support the mentee in engaging with the community.
• Help mentee set and meet personal goals.
• Record and report on mentee matters accurately.
• Adopt a person-centered approach in mentoring.

Skills

Empathy

Good communication

Teamwork

Job description

About The Role

Become a Volunteer Mentor and play an important role in a young person’s life.

We are looking for Volunteer Mentors (18+) who have a kind and empathetic nature and want to make a positive difference in the life of a young person. We support a range of young people aged 8-14, from care experience across Glasgow and North Lanarkshire.

Partnering with intandem and funded by The Scottish Government, we provide a mentoring programme which enables young people time away from home where they can learn new skills, gain confidence, and talk to a trusted adult.

As a volunteer mentor you will be fully trained by our team, who will get to know your passions and interests before matching you to one of the young people. Our volunteer mentors are expected to dedicate 2 hours a week (or a longer session bi-weekly) with their young person, taking part in activities; whether it’s going for a walk, playing mini-golf or a trip to the cinema – the options are endless.

Main duties and responsibilities will include:

• Arranging meetings with Mentee
• Develop good communication and working relationships with mentees, other mentors and Right There team members.
• Support mentee to engage in the local community.
• Support mentee to set and meet goals.
• Accurately record matters relating to mentees and report as appropriate.
• Ensure you adopt a person-centered approach and participate in reflective practice.
• Participate in volunteer events & additional training (optional)

All activities are funded, we only need you to be a friendly face who is committed to spending dedicated time with your mentee.

If you want to make a difference in a young person’s life whilst having fun along the way, why not get in touch today.

About Us

We are Right There, a charity that recently celebrated our 200th anniversary. We provide tailored support for people, at home, and in the community. We are here for people who are living with the effects of homelessness, poverty, substance use, or family breakdowns.

Last year we supported almost 4,000 individuals, helping to prevent them from becoming homeless or separated from the people they love. Every person’s story is unique, and everyone’s route home is different - it doesn’t matter what the situation is – we’re not here to judge, only to help.