Over 18 and living in the UK?
You must be over 18 years of age and live permanently in the UK.
Do you have a laptop?
A laptop and a quiet space to volunteer are essential.
How much time can you give?
A minimum of 2 hours per week. We’re flexible and like to work around you.
Do you like to learn?
We train all volunteers. Peer support roles need 20–25 hours of training.
Before you apply
In order to volunteer for knus, you are required to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide two references before you start training. Please do not worry about this; we will help you as much as we can.
knus is a non-profit organisation and we have to keep costs to a minimum. If your application is successful, we will ask for a donation towards the cost of your enhanced DBS check. This cost is £22.60.
Training is provided by us and our training partners. You will be required to attend this training using online conferencing software such as Zoom or Teams.
What roles are available?
We have the following roles open:
- Peer Support Coach
- Administrative roles in various projects
How does the peer support role work?
All of our communications are chat or telephone based. You can help people from the comfort of your home by logging into our secure communications software.
Do the following words describe you?
Honest, caring, empathetic, supportive, respectful, helpful, accepting.
If yes to any, we can’t wait to hear from you.
What’s it like helping others using your experience?
Lived experience is invaluable when it comes to helping others. When we connect with and help others, it helps all involved feel more hopeful about the future.
Submit your expression of interest
You’ll need the following information:
- Full name
- Mobile number
- Email address
- Postcode
- Date of birth
Already been offered a role? Submit your formal application.
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