Established in 1974, Fresh Futures is a regional charity that supports vulnerable and disadvantaged children and young people, and their families, within Kirklees and surrounding areas.

Our vision is for all children, young people and their families to have opportunities for a better life, now and in the future.

We are committed to improving the lives of children and young people by providing opportunities that enable them to achieve a positive destination that is right for them. We empower families and influential adults to make positive choices, so children and young people live healthy and happy lives. By working within communities, we support children, young people, and their families and advocate for them.

Role Purpose

To empower young adults aged 18 – 26 and living in Kirklees to make more social connections by organising and helping to facilitate workshops and events.

Tasks

• Come up with ideas for group workshops and events that are appropriate for young adults.
• Attend the Elevate group at Brian Jackson House, Huddersfield or Jo Cox House, Batley.
• Help us organise and prepare for group events/workshops.
• Support us in the delivery and facilitation of group events/workshops.
• Make sure attendees are feeling comfortable.
• Meet attendees at the entrance of the venue.

Welcomed Experience and Qualities

Volunteers should show excellent organisational skills and be passionate about helping other young people. This role requires good listening and communication skills to ensure the smooth running of events. We welcome young people who are looking for experience leading group workshops. All Volunteers must be willing to respect confidentiality and volunteer within the guidelines outlined in our Volunteer Expectations.

Support for Volunteers

• Full training is provided.
• Access to online and in-person safeguarding training.
• Regular support from our team via phone calls and emails.
• Travel expenses are reimbursed.
• Invites to social events throughout the year.

Volunteer Expectations

As a Volunteer, we expect you:

• To carry out your volunteering responsibilities to the best of your ability, letting us know if you need any help.
• To attend mandatory Young Adults Volunteer Training and complete online safeguarding training.
• To be reliable and punctual; if unable to attend, contact us with as much notice as possible.
• To respect confidentiality and maintain impartiality.
• To understand the importance of safeguarding policies and procedures and know the relevant people to report any concerns to.
• To adhere to Fresh Futures’ zero discriminatory policy
• To treat people with respect, being fair, honest, and considerate.
• To respect our policies and procedures as shared with you at Induction and in the Volunteer Handbook
• To reply to our communications with good time or let us know if you will be unable to answer calls/emails for a significant period of time.
• To accept responsibility for your actions
• Not to smoke, drink alcohol or use illegal drugs while volunteering or prior to volunteering.
• Observe all health and safety measures put in place for your safety and the safety of others.
• Not to engage in any inappropriate behaviour with others attending events (this includes antisocial, romantic, and sexual behaviour).

In return you can expect us:

• To provide you with a supportive and rewarding volunteering experience
• To deliver volunteer induction and training to enable you to carry out your role.
• To let you know if we are making any changes and involve you as much as possible in decisions which effect you.
• To support you as much as possible in your volunteering goals such as progressing to employment.
• To recognise and thank you for your valuable contribution to the organisation.
• To empower all our volunteers with the opportunity to provide feedback on a regular basis.

• Application form required
• References required

• 18+