The NSPCC is the UKs leading children’s charity committed to safeguarding children.
As a Speak out. Stay safe. volunteer, you will visit Devon primary schools to deliver Speak out. Stay safe. workshops that teach children about different types of abuse and how if they have any worries at all they can speak out and stay safe. Our workshops are age-appropriate and memorable and need an energetic and enthusiastic person to deliver them to primary school children as young as 6. You'll work alongside other Speak out. Stay safe. volunteers to make sure at the end of each session the children feel empowered and know who they can speak out to if they are worried.
You'll get the opportunity to learn new skills, be a part of a friendly team of like-minded people and most importantly make a huge difference to children within Devon.
When you volunteer with us, we’ll ask that you commit to our initial training which includes practice sessions, home-study and multiple visits to schools to help you learn workshop materials. When you start delivering the sessions, support will be on offer from both your supervisor and other experienced volunteers.
When you apply to volunteer with us we’ll need to do some routine safeguarding checks, including an enhanced criminal record check and at least two satisfactory references. It's nothing to worry about, and we can answer any questions you have about this.
While we think this role is suitable for a whole range of people, we are particularly looking for those with the following qualities and experience.
Passionate about helping young people and children
Great communication skills
Empathetic and perceptive
Sensitive and supportive
Able to think on your feet
Works well within a team
We are currently looking for people who are based in all areas of Devon to grow our volunteer team and reach more children in schools.
For this role, we can only accept people over the age of 16.
Interested in joining us or simply finding out more? Please email Devon NSPCC Schools Coordinator Rachel Patchett for more information – Rachel.Patchett@NSPCC.org.uk