Volunteer Youth Worker - Blackwater (SH)

Support local young people in a relaxed, welcoming youth café environment

Location: Darby Green, Blackwater | Commitment: 1–2 evenings/month (term-time only)

Join Vision 4 Youth, a vibrant youth project supporting 11–25 year olds at our community youth club based in St Barnabas Church. We’re looking for friendly, approachable volunteers to help us create a safe, fun and inclusive space for young people to unwind, chat and connect.

You'll help with setting up, serving drinks, and engaging in low-key activities like board games, mindfulness colouring, and crafts. Most importantly, you’ll be a friendly face and listening ear for young people who may be facing challenges or just need a break.

The commitment is flexible—just once or twice a month on a rota basis, making this an ideal opportunity for working adults or university students returning home for holidays. Optional Youth Mental Health First Aid training is available to those interested.

What skills do I need?

No formal qualifications needed. Just bring a sense of humour, a willingness to engage, and an open, supportive attitude. You must be 16+ and able to work well as part of a team.

When do I need to be available?

Details

Our Monday session runs between 7:15pm for set-up and 9:15pm to clear away. We have 3 volunteers per session plus our employed youth worker. The actual session runs 7:30-9pm. We’re open term time only. On Wed evening sessions run from 7-9pm All sessions term time only.

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