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Volunteering opportunity

Befriender (Independent Visitor) for a young person in care

1 volunteers required
1 spaces remaining
Posted by
 
Jennie Massey
on 29th January 2026
Interest
  • Friendship
  • Games
  • Socialising
Help type
  • Friendship
  • Confidence building
  • Care services
  • Caring for someone
  • Socialising
  • Health & wellbeing
  • Advice
  • Childcare
  • Befriending
  • Community facilities
Age range
  • 6-11
  • 14-18
Select area
  • North Devon & Torridge
North Devon & Torridge
  • Barnstaple
Skills
  • Admin
  • Arts & crafts
  • IT & computer skills
  • Counselling
  • Caring
  • Communication

We are looking for a reliable and committed volunteer to befriend and support a young person, spending time together and enjoying positive activities in the local community. This is a long-term role and offers the opportunity to make a genuinely meaningful difference by being a consistent, independent presence in a young person’s life. We are seeking a female volunteer in the Barnstaple area for a 13-year-old girl who loves being outdoors and active (weather-dependent!), enjoys crafts, has a particular interest in horses and horse-riding, and is open to trying new activities.

The role involves meeting around once a month, typically at weekends or during non-school time, so it would suit someone with a small amount of regular free time. Reasonable expenses, including travel, will be reimbursed. Experience of working with young people is welcome but not essential. What matters most is that you enjoy spending time with young people and feel confident building positive, supportive relationships. 

 

Independent Visitor (Seeking a female volunteer in the Barnstaple area, Devon) | Barnardo's Volunteering

Location

Barnstaple area- address not specified

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Contact name
Jennie Massey
Email address
Telephone
07522216982 07522216982

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