Parenting Peer Supporter

Parenting Peer Supporter

What does this involve?:

Following the successful completion of our 10 week training course, you will assist with the delivery of a wide range of parenting courses. Tasks include setting up and clearing away after each session, contributing to the planning of sessions and supporting the delivery of course content.

Skills Required:

• A welcoming, friendly and approachable manner
• Good communication and listening skills
• Confidence to deliver in front of a small group
• The ability to be flexible and work as part of a team
• An understanding of confidentiality

Frequency/ commitment of the role:

Parenting courses generally run for a set number of weeks during school term times on weekdays. Course lengths and time may vary

Training

Prior to starting this role, you will be required to complete a 10 week training course (10 x weekly sessions) alongside the volunteer training processes required by the host organisation. This will cover areas including boundaries, having difficult conversations and communication skills.

Development

Parenting Peer Support Volunteers may be interested in further training and development including the Solihull approach and Facilitators skills.

Other details

Before becoming a volunteer, you will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check (if you do not already have one in place which is registered on the DBS Update Service website).

You can expect to receive regular support and supervision when carrying out your volunteer role including a comprehensive induction before you start.