Independent Visitor Volunteer VoiceAbility in Shropshire and Wrekin

Location

Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin

Volunteer Position

Volunteer

All applications by 07/07/2026 23:59

Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Voice Ability,

Voice Ability is an independent charity and one of the UK’s largest providers of advocacy and involvement services. We deliver a wide range of service contracts funded by local authorities, health trusts and other voluntary and private sector organisations.

We’ve been supporting people to have their say in decisions about their health, care, and wellbeing for over 40 years. We make sure people are heard when it matters most. For more information on what Advocacy is and the services offered then please visit our website – (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Volunteering with Voice Ability gives you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community by helping others ensure their voices are heard and valued. The roles we offer are deeply rewarding and may challenge you in new ways. You’ll develop your communication skills, meet new people, and gain a greater understanding of others, while enjoying a sense of personal fulfilment along the way!

Whether you’re looking to give back to your community, learn something new, or simply enjoy connecting with others, we’d love to have you on board!

Our Independent Visitor Volunteers provide consistent and supportive relationships to children and young people in care, offering emotional support, companionship, and guidance through shared activities and time together. The Independent Visitor plays a vital role in helping the young people build confidence and feel secure while enhancing their personal, social, and cultural development.

• Support the child/young person to experience enriching activities that contribute to their personal and cultural development
• Engage in activities such as pursuing hobbies, meeting for meals, or socialising in a community setting
• Listen to and support the young person, fostering a sense of safety and trust
• Help the young person develop social skills and increase their involvement in their community
• Develop a positive and lasting relationship, ensuring the young person feels valued and supported

• Over 18 years old and living in the UK
• Volunteers generally attend evening and weekend sessions to accommodate the children’s and young person’s availability
• Must complete a DBS check at the appropriate level and provide contact details for a minimum of two referees in line with safer recruitment practice

Voice Ability are committed to safeguarding all clients who access our services. All Volunteers will be required to undertake a DBS check at the appropriate level and provide contact details for a minimum of two referees in line with our safer recruitment practice.

Voice Ability believes in fostering an inclusive workplace which welcomes, values and celebrates the diversity of its staff and partners, treats all on a basis of equality and encourages all to meet their maximum potential.

Voice Ability is a Disability Confident employer; any applicant that identifies themselves as having a disability and can demonstrate that they meet all the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview. If you need to apply in a different way, please contact the Volunteering team for further options.

To find out more click “Apply Now”.