Volunteer Opportunity at The Life Matters

Our Mission

At The Life Matters, we transform the lives of children, young adults, and families by delivering evidence-based services that promote emotional wellbeing and resilience.

Why Volunteer With Us?

• Make a real difference – Play a direct role in changing a child’s life.

• Empower young people – Help children develop coping strategies and build emotional resilience.

• 1:1 opportunities available – Once trained, and upon receipt of satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check, volunteers may have the opportunity to work on a one-to-one basis delivering the A Child’s Voice programme directly to children and young people.

• Professional training provided – Full training and ongoing mentorship included.

• Supportive environment – Work within clear policies and procedures with guidance from our experienced team.

About the Role

• Support vulnerable children across a variety of settings.

• Help improve children’s mental health and emotional wellbeing.

• Deliver structured, evidence-based interventions.

• Work in environments such as:

  • Schools

  • Youth hubs

  • GP surgeries

• Travel to reasonable local locations (petrol expenses reimbursed).

Key Requirements

• Experience and/or qualifications working with vulnerable children.

• Enhanced DBS check (mandatory).

• Knowledge of safeguarding principles (highly desirable).

• Commitment to a minimum of 8 hours per month to provide consistency for children.

• Ability to work flexibly across different community settings.

Recruitment Process

• Application review

• Interview with The Life Matters Board of Trustees

• Safer recruitment checks, including references and enhanced DBS

• Recruitment conducted in line with the Equality Act 2010

Interested?

Join us and become part of a team that is dedicated to strengthening young lives, supporting families, and creating lasting change in our communities.