Advocato Peer Support Volunteer

‘Listening and a voice for those that speak but are not heard.’

We’re looking for people with a wide range of skills and backgrounds from those who are passionate about administration to those who have lived experience of either being in debt, immigration issues or the benefits system.

In these roles, you will use your lived experience to show empathy and build trust with clients who may find it difficult to disclose their needs or who feel overwhelmed or daunted by their circumstances.  By doing so, you will help challenge discrimination against protected groups, including the disabled, black and minority ethnic clients, those that speak English as a second language, lone parents and carers.

Training

Volunteers are closely supervised by our volunteer coordinator who will oversee their induction and training.  Training varies according to the volunteer role being undertaken but will always include training and support on our admin processes and client record keeping systems.

Location/time

You will work from our office in St Paul’s one day per week, during office hours.

How to apply

Please fill out this Application Form and we will get back to you. If you would like any further information before applying please contact us on:

email: advocato@stpaulsadvice.org.uk

phone: 0117 955 2981 (leave a message if necessary)