Community Information Assistant - South Cambs

What will you do?

·        Develop and enhance links with local community groups, schools and businesses across our district 

·        Attend regular outreach sessions each week within the community to give information and signposting details (we are looking for a volunteers who are able to attend a Saturday morning session once a month). 

·        Make generalist appointments for clients when needed. 

·        Help maintain and deliver community presentations, making information more accessible where people live and work 

·        Help individuals access our services, stay engaged with advisers, and complete basic forms (training provided). 

·        Work with partners to improve referral pathways and highlight key issues faced by the community 

·        Amplify client voices to support our local and national campaigns 

·        Publicise and promote our work externally to partners, funders, supporters and local residents using our website, social media, and attendance at local events  

Personal skills and qualities that Community Information Assistants need (can include below):

·        Understanding of, and commitment to, the aims and principles of Citizens Advice and its equality and diversity policies  

·        Ability to commit to regular outreach sessions (typically one session a week lasting for 2 hours) and one office-based session.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills  

·        Ability to build rapport and trust with clients quickly   

·        Good IT skills, with experience of using social media desirable  

·        Ability to be self-motivated but also to work as part of a team  

·        Friendly, approachable and non-judgemental  

·        Ability to manage time effectively 

What’s in it for you?

This is a flexible, varied and rewarding role — ideal for someone passionate about communication, connections, and social impact. You’ll gain valuable experience in communications, outreach, and community support, all while helping make a real difference locally.  In addition, you will be able to:

·        Make a real difference to people’s lives  

·        Build on valuable skills such as communication and listening  

·        Receive training and support so that you are able to do the role confidently

·        Reimbursement of travel/parking expenses  

·        Boost your CV  

·        Work with a range of different people, independently and in a team  

·        Have a positive impact in your community  

·        Access to our Wellbeing Services programme  

Valuing inclusion

We welcome and encourage candidates from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds, ages and skill sets. You don’t need any experience; all you need is the willingness to make a positive impact.

This includes, but not limited to: 

·        people with disabilities 

·        people from ethnically diverse communities 

·        people of faith 

·        people from lower socio-economic backgrounds 

·        LGBTQ+ people 

·        underrepresented age groups 

·        non-binary people.  

We know that people don’t get the same chances or opportunities in life. We see addressing these inequalities as an important part of our work here at CANH, and so it’s crucial that our staff and volunteers reflect the diversity of the communities we support. 

If you like a challenge and want to do something meaningful and rewarding with your spare time, we want to hear from you!