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Safeguarding Helpline Volunteer

Remote
Ongoing
ID Check

Description

Answer incoming calls as a first point of contact. Open a referral and complete basic details about the caller, passing call to an appropriate team member. Open emails and transfer information to a referral, before passing on to an appropriate team member. Answering basic questions when taking a call. Assisting safeguarding team with general administration.

The impact you'll have

Our helpline takes over 8000 calls a year, with call volume increasing 25% each year. 75% of our calls are from people in crisis and 20% involve children at risk of harm. To help us maintain an efficient service, we need volunteers to help administer our calls, you would not be expected to give expert advice. This role is instrumental in helping us to work in a more efficient way and ensuring an excellent service is given to our customers.

The skills you'll need

You will need to have the following skills in order to participate:

IT proficient and confident using different microsoft systems (all necessary training will be given though). Thorough approach to work and a good attention to detail. Ability to remain motivated during repetitive tasks. Understanding of the importance of confidentiality. Demonstrate an excellent level of customer service, care and empathy.

Directions - public transport

NA

Directions - car

NA

When

Start date

07/12/2025

Schedule

WED

Commitment

Ongoing

Available Slots

1

You will need

Minimum age: 18

TT

Thirtyoneeight

Religion and spirituality

Thirtyone:eight is an independent Christian charity offering a complete safeguarding solution. Our vision is a world where every child and adult can feel, and be, safe. We work alongside organisations, faith, community and government groups, making sure that they are equipped and empowered to protect vulnerable people. We provide training, consultancy, disclosures and a safeguarding helpline, as well as leading the way in informing legislation and promoting high standards in safeguarding practice.

Our volunteers say: This is a lovely charity to work for - the staff are extremely friendly and welcoming and I never leave feeling that my efforts have been wasted. I am included in everything and it is my choice whether I take part or not. In retirement it’s very important to keep the brain active, to maintain any learned skills and self-confidence and this role helps with all of these.

I find volunteering with Thirtyone:eight so rewarding! It gives me the chance to use my skills, and to do things I wouldn't normally get to do. I've had some great experiences, learnt new things, and met some really great people too! It has also given me the confidence to get back into paid employment after raising my children. It's a great place to volunteer!