Community Engagement Volunteer

About this opportunity

Are you friendly, confident chatting to new people, and passionate about supporting children and young people who have been bereaved?

Simon Says Bereavement Support is looking for Community Engagement Volunteers to help raise awareness of our work across Hampshire. You’ll represent the charity at local events such as school wellbeing fairs, parent workshops, library sessions, community centre open days, and volunteer recruitment events.

What you’ll do

 Help set up and staff our stand at community events

  • Chat to members of the public in a warm, approachable way
  • Share information about how Simon Says supports bereaved children and families
  • Hand out leaflets and help raise the charity’s profile

No presenting required – just enthusiasm, friendliness, and a willingness to talk to people.

You’ll be great for this role if you’re…

  • Confident, approachable, and enjoy speaking with the public
  • Passionate about the work of Simon Says
  • Reliable and happy to represent the charity at occasional events

What we provide

  • Full briefing and support
  • All materials and resources for events
  • A chance to make a meaningful difference in your local community

About Simon Says Child Bereavement Support

Simon Says Bereavement Support is a Hampshire-based charity dedicated to supporting children and young people up to the age of 18 who have experienced the death of someone important to them. Our monthly support groups provide a safe and understanding environment where young people can express their grief, build resilience, and connect with others who share similar experiences.

Please note, whilst we do our best to keep information as up-to-date as possible, over time community services may change some details such as dates, times, and locations. The information we share is therefore subject to change. Our goal is to showcase available support services within the city. However, inclusion in this database does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of any organisation. Click here to read our full disclaimer.

If you find any errors, please let us know by emailing Community@southamptonvs.org.uk  so we can amend the incorrect information.

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