Become a Volunteer
There are lots of benefits to becoming a volunteer with Khalsa Fostering. We’ve got lots of opportunities for you to get involved in, from helping mentor a young person to taking part at fundraising events.
There are lots of benefits to becoming a volunteer with Khalsa Fostering. You can learn new skills, improve your CV, build your confidence and make new friends. We’ve got lots of opportunities for you to get involved in, from helping mentor a young person to taking part at fundraising events. There are many different ways you can help children in the UK.
Whatever your skills and experience, and however much time you can offer, we have a volunteering opportunity for you. You’ll get support and training if you need it, and you’ll make a real difference.
Our fostering advisors are happy to help and answer any questions you may have about your specific circumstances or to explain the next steps in the journey to foster or volunteer with us.
You can volunteer by donating you skills to a child, either online, in person or over the phone. Whatever skill, hobbies or interesting you may have you can pass that on to a foster child. Get in touch to find out more information about how you can get involved. Here are some skills you can volunteer for:
- Education / Tutoring
- Counselling / Support
- Musical Instruments
- Creative Arts / Dancing
- Fintness / Nutrition
- Homework
- Cultural Activities
- Mentor Support
- Skills / Hobbies
“Every child deserves a champion – an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best they can possibly be.” – Rita F. Pierson
Frequently asked questions about volunteering
How to apply?
Need help finding a suitable role? Email our Volunteering team and we can let you know about the volunteering opportunities available in your area: volunteer@khalsafostering.org
How much time do I need to give?
If a role requires a specific commitment, we’ll always let you know first. Otherwise, you can give us as much or as little time as you like.
Ideally, volunteering a couple of hours at a time, is best for us as it makes it easier for us to plan how our opportunities work. But if you only have an hour to spare, we’ll be just as grateful.
What is the minimum age for volunteering?
18 years old, a DSB Check will be required.
Do my referees need to be previous employers?
No. Previous employers can vouch for your ability at work, but we can also accept references from friends, colleagues and clients.
Can’t find the answer to your question?
Please get in touch with our volunteering team, who will be happy to help.
Volunteer guidelines
What you can expect from volunteering with Khalsa Fostering
Provide appropriate training and support to assist you with your roles and your understanding of the aims of the Charity.
Train our staff to work alongside and support volunteers.
Match your skills and experience with the needs of the Charity.
Ask for your views whenever we can so you can let us know if you have any ideas for improvement or change.
Respect you, listen to you and encourage an open dialogue.
Resolve any complaints promptly and fairly in line with agreed procedures.
Offer regular reviews to ensure your volunteering is rewarding and mutually beneficial.
Have adequate insurance to cover you as you undertake authorised work for the charity.
Ensure your health and safety while undertaking volunteer activities.
Take steps to ensure the security of all staff, volunteers and assets – this may include bag searches and CCTV monitoring where appropriate.
Celebrate your successes and recognise loyalty and dedication.
With prior arrangement, reimburse reasonable travel expenses for volunteers staying for a shifts of four hours or longer.
Store all data in accordance with the Data Protection Act Regulations 2018.
Operate within the spirit of Equal Opportunities legislation, our values and behaviours.
Our expectations of you as a volunteer
Support the work of your fellow volunteers and staff. This includes carrying out requested tasks and attending training sessions necessary to your role – an induction plan will be discussed with you.
Support our values and behaviours and show respect for your colleagues.
Respect the confidentiality of people in our care and those you volunteer alongside.
Work within the law, insurance requirements, the company’s health and safety policies and the parameters of your role.
Take responsibility for your own health and safety and be aware of how your actions could impact those who work with you.
Maintain and uphold the good name and reputation of the company and be a good ambassador when conveying our aims to the public.
Serve as a representative of Sue Ryder only with the written consent of your line manager, who must approve any initiative which may commit the company to a public course of action. Any statement to the press or media must be approved by your line manager.
Bring to the attention of your Manager or Volunteer Co-ordinator any complaints or concerns you might have regarding your voluntary work.
Understand that the ultimate responsibility for the affairs of the company lie with the Trustees who are the governing body.
Return all property belonging to the company should you cease to be a volunteer
