Baby Bank Helper

What You'll Do: 
  • Review details of the families booked to visit that day
  • Give a warm welcome to all families as they arrive
  • Help families to settle in, explain what to expect and offer a cup of tea  
  • Talk through our referral form to understand their situation better  
  • Share insight into essential items needed for young children
  • Show the items available and encourage them to choose what they love
  • Respond with kindness and empathy in emotionally sensitive conversations
  • Share information of local activities or services which might be helpful
  • Listen out for areas of additional support or concern and share with the team
  • Create beautiful packages of clothes, books and toys with care
  • Check donated pre-loved items, so that they’re all of gift quality
  • Act in a non-judgmental, inclusive and loving way
Why You'll Love It: 
  • Travel expenses available
  • Induction and regular training
  • Written references on request
  • Unique insight into child poverty in the UK and not-for-profit sector
What You'll Learn: 
  • Ability to build trust and rapport quickly
  • Compassionate communication and active listening skills
  • Resilience in challenging or upsetting situations
What We're Looking For: 
  • Ability to build trust and rapport quickly
  • Compassionate communication and active listening skills
  • Resilience in challenging or upsetting situations
  • Able to carry out light manual tasks
Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Crisis Support
Poverty
Refugees
Social Care
Camden
Wandsworth
Brent
12 Weeks Minimum
3 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Active listening
Building relationships and influencing
Creative problem-solving
Emotional intelligence
Inclusive
Relevant interests: 
Apparel and Fashion
Charity / Nonprofit
Fundraising
Requirements: 
Statement of Motivation

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