Our Support Line Volunteers offer a space where people can talk through concerns and explore the helpful options available to them through a phone call.
Aware Volunteers share their experience
To volunteer on Aware's Support Line, you must be:
- Over 21 years of age
- Available for three hours once a week
- Willing to make a commitment of 18 months
- Fluent at written and spoken English
- Comfortable speaking on the phone
- Confident using technology and have reliable broadband (essential)
It is essential before you apply that you follow these steps:
- Inform yourself about Aware and its services
- Read through the Support Line Volunteer role description
- Read Aware’s Volunteer Statement of Commitment and consider it carefully
- Only apply for your preferred service. If appropriate, you will be recommended to a different service opportunity during the recruitment process.
- We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and cultures. Read Aware’s Equality and Diversity Policy.
- Volunteers are a valuable and vital resource without which Aware could not provide its services. Read Aware’s Volunteer Policy.
We are currently seeking Support Line Volunteers
Please click the link below to apply today
Aware is proud to have achieved the
Investing in Volunteers Award.
"I've been through turbulent times myself in life, so my mantra is, there's no better way to help yourself than to help others!"
Volunteering at Aware
Things to consider when applying to volunteer for Aware
In the interests of your self care and acknowledging the commitment required for this role please check through this list and consider your availability to commit to the volunteering role before applying.
- Have you got time to fulfil your commitment to this role?
- Do you find that you carry others’ concerns with you?
- Do you volunteer in a similar role with another organisation?
- Have you recently come through a trauma or bereavement?
Questions that applicants can expect to be asked during phone interviews
- What do you know about Aware?
- Can you tell me about the services Aware provides?
- What is your understanding of depression and bipolar disorder?
- Are you free to commit to a minimum of 18 months following training?
- Why do you think your commitment is important to the people who use our services?
If you’re interested in volunteering and have any additional queries, please
