Volunteer - Education, Training & Employment Support

Location Preston-Lancashire
Job ID 2026-21413
Number of Vacancies Remaining
1
Category
Volunteering in Substance Misuse Services

Overview

Are you passionate about helping people unlock their potential and take steps toward a brighter future?

 

Join Change Grow Live as an Education, Training & Employment (ETE) Support Volunteer and play a vital role in empowering individuals affected by substance misuse to access meaningful opportunities in work, training, and education.

Responsibilities

  • Support clients with CV writing, job applications, and interview preparation.
  • Help individuals explore and access volunteering, training, and educational opportunities.
  • Assist the ETE team in maintaining accurate records.
  • Engage with local employers, colleges, and training providers to create new opportunities.
  • Support the delivery of workshops and training sessions for service users.

 What You’ll Gain:

  • Experience in a supportive, person-centred environment
  • Skills in coaching, communication, and partnership working
  • The chance to make a real difference in people’s lives
  • Full training and ongoing support from the ETE team

What We’re Looking For:

  • Understanding of the barriers faced by people who are long-term unemployed
  • Awareness of substance misuse and issues affecting vulnerable groups
  • Strong communication and IT skills
  • Empathetic, non-judgmental, and motivated to support others
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries

If you have any questions on this opportunity that you would like to talk through please contact us using the below details:

Sharon Zdan-Michajlowicz | s.zdan-michajlowicz@cgl.org.uk

 

Please note that we require you to be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this volunteering role.

 

This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at an enhanced level.

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