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Last year 786,574 people were offered information and support from Victim Support. As a Service Delivery Volunteer you will provide specialist support services for people affected by crime.
Expected Number of Hours
3 or more hours per week
DBS required?
Enhanced
Police vetting required?
No
Closing Date
01/12/2026
Refno
6527
Why volunteer with us?
- Make a difference - you will volunteer directly with victims and/or alongside staff.
- Join our community - you will be part of a large community of over 1,500 volunteers and staff.
- Beyond your role – attend one of our many events/webinars and join one of our six Equality, Diversity & Inclusion networks.
Volunteering with Victim Support in Essex
As a Volunteer in Essex your role will include:
- Supporting victims of crime affected by hate crime, fraud, burglary, harassment.
- Gaining experience in supporting victims to overcome the effects of crime.
- Liaising with the local police, housing and other appropriate agencies.
- Attend area specific events such as Community Volunteer Service events, Vol Fest, Pride and partner events.
What do we ask of you?
In order to join us as a Service Delivery Volunteer, you must:
- Be 18 years of age or over.
- Be able to volunteer for at least 3 hours per week, for at least 12 months.
- Undertake training over a 10-week period – this includes five virtual training days as well as completing a workbook and online learning modules.
- Undertake a DBS check & be part of the DBS update service.
- Be able to provide two satisfactory references.
- Have an active email address that you are comfortable using in order to engage with VS communications.
Expenses
- All Victim Support volunteers are entitled to out-of-pocket expenses incurred whilst volunteering, including travel and lunch.
Diversity Matters
- We are happy to make reasonable adjustments to support you through the application process.
Want to find out more?
- If you have any questions or would like to find out more about this role, please contact08081781694/Sarah.Read@victimsupport.org.uk
- Please note that we are looking for applications from Essex based residents in order to offer our Essex based clients support within their communities. Applications may be considered from volunteers that live close to the Essex border - if you live outside Essex please contact the volunteer manager to discuss before submitting an application.
Download the role description below