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National Youth Advocacy Service
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Caerphilly, Gwent
Supporting a Voice Community Volunteer
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Job Description
NYAS is the leading provider of advocacy and associated service across the UK. NYAS shares the opinion that every child or young person experiencing care should have the same chance to live happy, healthy and rewarding lives as their peers. If you are looking for a rewarding role with an organisation that makes a difference to young people's lives, we want to hear from you. Our Parent Advocacy service provides independent and confidential advocacy to Parents of children aged 18 years within the borough of Caerphilly and we are looking for volunteers to support the voice of Parents in the community. As a Supporting a Voice volunteer you will offer support to parents and empower them by encouraging them to address issues and signpost to professionals when required. You will provide support to parents to gather tools so they are able to deal with similar issues that may arise in future whilst professional Advocates deal with advocacy issues. You do not need any special qualifications, we are looking for volunteers who are patient and reliable. You must have good listening skills, be open minded and non-judgemental. This is a worthwhile opportunity where you will make a positive difference, become part of a leading national children's charity, gain valuable experience and meet new people. An interview and selection process including an enhanced DBS check, references and a digital risk assessment are required for this role. Please have a look at the role description above, which explains more about the role and what skills are needed. To apply, please click on the apply button at the top of this page where you will be asked to upload a CV and complete a very short application form. If you have any questions, or if you need any help applying, please contact Alison Hopkins on Please note that due to the ongoing impact of Covid-19 we are still accepting applications for this role but there will be a delay in shortlisting applications and interviewing candidates. We will contact you to advise on the outcome of your application as soon as we can.