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Volunteering with Home‑Start Shepway
Support local families, develop your skills, and make a real difference in your community.
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Make a Real Difference
Volunteering with Home‑Start Shepway gives you the chance to transform the lives of young children and their parents. Our volunteers provide emotional and practical support to families facing challenges such as isolation, poverty, poor mental health, or domestic abuse.
For over 30 years, volunteers have been at the heart of the community because “Childhood can’t wait”. You will help families make positive changes, access specialist services, and receive consistent support for as long as needed.
Why Volunteer?
Make a Real Impact
Share your knowledge and experience to help local families.
Comprehensive Training
Online and in-person training covering essential volunteering skills.
Ongoing Support
Ongoing guidance from our staff, trustees, and coordinators.
Reimbursed Expenses
Any costs incurred during training or volunteering are reimbursed.
Volunteer Roles
You can support families in various ways:
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Home-Visiting Families: Provide regular friendship, encouragement, and practical support.
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Board of Trustees: Help govern the charity and oversee its management.
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Fundraising & Promotion: Attend events, distribute materials, and represent Home‑Start locally.
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Use Your Skills: Contribute specialist skills such as IT, marketing, or photography.
Volunteer Preparation Course
We offer a free preparation course to introduce you to Home‑Start Shepway, delivered online or face-to-face.
Additional modules include:
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Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults
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Domestic Abuse Awareness
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Mental Health and Financial First Aid
Ongoing in-house and external training is available, as well as a Study Group to further develop your skills.