Interested in Volunteering?

Want to be part of a dynamic, passionate team dedicated to making a real difference within the local community and to people's lives? 

You may be interested in volunteering on a regular basis and joining our committed Volunteer team.  We provide training and there are a range of ways to get involved including: 

• 1:1 befriending of people who have separated from their abusive partners

• Accompanying survivors to appointments such as court 

• Helping to run a Support Group or Programme ​

• Supporting our Children's Outreach Worker with groups and activities

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What are we looking for in a Volunteer?

• We welcome *volunteers, aged 18 and over, from a range of backgrounds, particularly those who have personal experience of domestic abuse (subject to adequate recovery time)

• We value the skills gained through life  as well as through employment and other voluntary work

• You need to understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion 

• You must be reliable and have good listening skills

• You will need to support survivors in an understanding and non-judgemental way

• We are always looking for volunteers who have a clean drivers licence and access to a car or even a van! 

We welcome the support and involvement of men however we are unable to offer volunteering opportunities to men that involve direct female client contact.

*Subject to Section 7(2)(e) of the Sex Discrimination Act (Women Only).

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​Ad-Hoc Volunteers 

We would love to welcome more Volunteers to the team who would like to be involved but, for various reasons, cannot volunteer on a regular basis.  This group (Friends of ESDAS) would be called on for support on an ad-hoc basis for example:

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• Technical help such as Administration, IT, Graphic Design, PR and Marketing

• Come up with fundraising ideas and support and organise community fundraising events 

• Raise awareness of ESDAS by introducing the charity to local groups, business and organisations 

• Can you speak another language? Having volunteers who can translate is very important to us and ensures we can help all members of our community

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This is not an exhaustive list!​

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What can we offer you if you volunteer with ESDAS?

• Relevant ongoing training giving you the opportunity to gain new skills

• Regular 1:1 support from the Volunteer Manager

• Enhance your employability and confidence 

• Meet new people and help tackle issues in the local community

• Out of pocket expenses reimbursed.

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Volunteers are accepted following an informal interview, satisfactory references and DBS check (depending on role) and completion of the Induction Training Course.

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All regular Volunteers who support clients directly are required to attend a 2-day training induction programme relating to domestic abuse awareness, safeguarding and health & safety.  

We are not currently recruiting Volunteers but when we do, the Volunteer Induction dates will be advertised on our website.

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To find out more contact Anne our Volunteer Manager on 01737 771350 or anne@esdas.org.uk

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