We are always looking for enthusiastic students to join our service. As a volunteer, you will answer calls from students and respond to IM messages. We make sure all of our volunteers are adequately trained and feel confident before they answer any calls and messages.
There is also the option to undertake extra training sessions hosted by Cardiff University’s Student’s Union.
The process
We recruit volunteers twice a year: October and February. We recommend reading our five principles on the About Us page before filling in the application form. To volunteer with us, there are a number of steps you must go through:
- Fill in our form when applications open. This will be linked on our social media, our SU websitrand on the front page of our website.
- Attend an interview with two/three members of the Cardiff Nightline Committee.
- Attend a two day compulsory training event.
Welfare
Volunteering with Cardiff Nightline will involve dealing with issues that can be very sensitive, ranging from emotional distress to suicide. The welfare of our volunteers is very important to us, and we will ensure that you are adequately supported during your time with Nightline. We have a very strong mentor system and welfare support system, both of which will be outlined in detail at the start of training.
Important notices
To uphold the anonymity of the service, please do not tell anyone that you are applying for Cardiff Nightline. Should your application be successful, there will be further discussion on this during your interview and training sessions.
We are only taking volunteers from Cardiff University at this time, due to the close links and support the service receives from Cardiff University’s Student’s Union.
Expressing Interest
Whilst we only do 2 intakes a year, you put your name down to express interest in joining us in the mean time. Please fill out the below form if we’re not doing an intake currently and we’ll get back to you as soon as we are:
https://forms.gle/ABxgtLUqphqUjdeQ7