Job Centre Ambassador (addiction support)

Be present at Byker Job Centre at an agreed regular time.

  • Provide information on recovery resources available across Newcastle.
  • Share details about relevant meetings, groups, community services, and support options.
  • Speak with people identified by Job Centre staff as having support needs.
  • Take part in one‑to‑one conversations, or sit in on staff-led one‑to‑ones, to offer guidance, encouragement, and hope


You’ll make a meaningful difference — directly or indirectly — to the people we support. Enjoy the personal reward of helping others and contributing to a positive community project. Use your existing skills while also having opportunities to learn new ones and build confidence. Get creative, try new things, and feel proud of overcoming challenges as part of a supportive group. Experience the satisfaction of knowing your involvement has had a positive impact on someone’s life. If you're looking for work, this role can provide valuable experience to strengthen your CV. Above all, you’ll have fun, meet new people, and enjoy being part of a friendly community space.

Skills

  • To complete a DBS application
  • To have good communication skills
  • To have a good knowledge of recovery resources in the Newcastle area
  • To volunteer as part of a team
  • Willing to attend regular one to one support meetings

Details

  • Accessibility
    The community group rooms have access, but some rooms on the second level do not have disabled access.
  • Age restrictions
    over 18
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
    Volunteers will be offered a training account. Will be volunteering as part of a team Regular support and supervision Encouragement and support to make applications for future positions
  • Training provided
    E Learning modules NIMBLE training is given
  • Volunteer induction
    Yes we hold an informal induction which takes place either at Plummer court and a trial of the place of volunteering.
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 13/03/2026

End Date: 12/03/2027

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Morning Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No
Afternoon Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Correspondence with volunteer is by text/telephone/email and we will ask the volunteer their preferred method of contact. The volunteer will meet the volunteer coordinators at minimum once to have an informal interview.


Location

Newcastle Treatment and Recovery Byker Sands Family Hub,
19 Raby Cross
Byker
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE6 2FF


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