'Out & About' Befriender - Eastleigh

We are looking for a Befriender for someone with hearing loss. Could you help?

As a Befriender 'Out and About' Volunteer you will play an important role in the life of someone we support in Eastleigh with hearing loss.

You will be a reliable companion who will help support them to attend activities they enjoy taking part in.  

These activities might include attending a concert, going to the cinema, going for a walk, for coffee, visiting garden centres or going out on shopping trips, etc.

The person you'll be volunteering with has profound hearing loss, so we are looking for someone who has some knowledge of British Sign Language or is willing to learn. 

Time Commitment: 2-3 hours a week but flexible

To ensure the safety of the people we support, we require a DBS check and two satisfactory references before a volunteer role is confirmed. As you will be volunteering directly with vulnerable individuals, you will also be required to undertake safeguarding training, as well as any training which is specific to the role.

About Us 

Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!

We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people to find paid employment for the very first time.

SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.

If you have any queries or would like to speak to a member of the Volunteering Team please register your interest today and someone will be in touch. 

Skills

• To have a good sense of humour and love to chat
• To be punctual and reliable
• To be kind, empathetic and friendly
• To be able to deal with information in line with our data protection and confidentiality procedures
• To have some knowledge of British Sign Language, but not essential

Please note that you will need to be 18 years or over in order to apply for this role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to have a direct impact upon the lives of others. 

Befriending is a great way to keep active and meet new people.

Through this volunteer role, you can gain experience and develop your skill set. On top of this, SeeAbility provides training which could be added to your CV.

Volunteers can claim travel expenses.