Family Support Volunteer- South

Family Support Volunteer – South Cumbria

Rainbow Trust Children’s Charity enables families who have a child with a life‑threatening or terminal illness to make the most of time together, providing expert, practical and emotional support wherever it is needed for as long as it is required.

Location:

South Cumbria | Closing date: 30 January 2026

• Social support for siblings – e.g., supporting interests, craft and play activities or helping with homework
• Accompanying the family on days out or sibling trips during the school holidays
• Accompanying the family to hospital appointments
• Practical support in the family home – housework, shopping or gardening

• An excellent communicator who can build relationships with children and young people
• Experience of interacting with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Experience of interacting with children and young people
• Confidence in working with children and young people with complex health needs
• An ability to empathise with families in stressful circumstances
• Non‑judgemental, warm, friendly and a sense of humour
• A commitment to following our policies regarding safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality
• A full driving licence and use of your own transport may be required in some locations
• All ages from 18 onwards are welcome

• Volunteer for one session per week, Monday–Friday, during the day; support varies depending on family circumstances
• Available to volunteer for the next 12 months

• A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work
• Full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role
• Training will cover safeguarding, active listening, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR; further modules available if you wish to develop your knowledge
• All care volunteers receive regular one‑to‑one support and more formal supervision sessions

• Professional training and opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
• The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
• A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week
• Reimbursement of out‑of‑pocket travel expenses

• Email: volu
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• Enrolment form, references, interview, Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)