Listening volunteers are there for anyone who needs support. By giving a few hours a week to speak to someone in distress, you can change the course of someone's life. In total Samaritan volunteers give over 1 million hours per year, join the Bradford Samaritans Hub and be part of our mission to provide support, hope, and encouragement to those who need it most.
At Bradford Samaritans Hub, we provide vital emotional support to those going through difficult times. Our non-judgmental and confidential service is available 24/7, allowing individuals to talk openly about their feelings, thoughts, and concerns. We believe that everyone deserves to be heard, understood, and supported, regardless of their background.
We launched in summer 2022 and currently have around 30 volunteers who help deliver our service.
To apply, fill out an application form on our website: https://www.samaritans.org/branches/bradford/
We will be in touch soon to discuss next steps. Thank you!
Skills
Open minded Supportive Empathetic Discreet Accepting Honest
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Inclusive Volunteering Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
Application Process
- Application Form
- Informal Discussion
- Interview
- References
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Availability Details
We have a range of shifts that cover weekday and weekend daytimes and evenings. We ask our listening volunteers to complete a minimum of 2 shifts a months, and to try to be available on occasion for our night shifts, when our callers need us most.
Location
Hope Park Workspaces
Trevor Foster Way
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD5 8HB
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