Volunteer Group Support (Stafford)

Overview

Make a Difference – Become a Group Work Support Volunteer

Location: Stafford

Commitment: 4–6 hours per week on Wednesdays

At Change Grow Live, we support people to overcome challenges related to dependency and recovery. As a Group Work Support Volunteer, you’ll play a vital role in helping individuals on Probation feel supported, included, and empowered to make positive changes in their lives.

Responsibilities

Group Work Support Volunteer - Stafford

What You’ll Be Doing

• Welcome and support individuals attending group sessions
• Encourage participation and build confidence
• Help plan and prepare engaging group activities
• Take accurate session notes and write up feedback
• Co-facilitate sessions alongside experienced staff
• Provide compassionate support to individuals within a group setting
• Help people connect with local support services (e.g. housing, mental health, food banks)

(please see attached volunteer role description for full role and person specification)

What You’ll Gain

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop new skills. You’ll benefit from:

• Full training and ongoing support
• Experience in group facilitation and support work
• Confidence in working with people from diverse backgrounds
• Opportunities to progress towards leading your own group sessions
• Valuable experience for careers in criminal justice, health, or social care

Please note before applying for this role -

• The volunteer role is based at Approved Premises in Stafford on Wednesday for 4 – 6 hours
• Some of the training for this role is eLearning and so access to a laptop in order to complete this will be beneficial
• This role will require you to complete an Enhanced DBS check and Enhanced Level 1 vetting clearance for the Probation Service
• We welcome applications from those with and without Lived Experience of drugs, alcohol and the criminal justice system.
• Please remember to complete the Personal Statement part of the application as this forms part of the shortlisting process

To find out more about this exciting opportunity please read the attached role description.

Closing Date

30/9/2026

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

Amanda Bancroft | amanda.bancroft@cgl.org.uk | 07741629003

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.