Your experience could help another family feel less alone

We’re looking for compassionate volunteers to join the Red Nose Bereavement Support Line, and bereaved dads who are ready to offer one-to-one support to other fathers navigating loss.

Find the role that feels right for you

Peer Supporter — Bereavement Support Line

Provide phone support to bereaved parents and families. Offer connection, understanding and gentle presence during some of life’s most difficult moments.

You may be suited if you:

• Have lived experience of pregnancy, baby, or child loss
• Are more than 12 months beyond your loss and feel emotionally ready to support others

Dad-to-Dad Support Volunteer

Offer pre-arranged, one-to-one phone calls to other dads navigating loss. A safe, understanding space for fathers who benefit from speaking with someone who truly gets it.

You may be suited if you:

• Are a bereaved father, at least 12 months beyond your loss
• Feel ready to support other dads in a structured way
• Are comfortable sharing your lived experience
• Value the dad-to-dad connection and understanding

“I didn’t have all the answers. I just knew what it felt like to sit in that grief, and sometimes that’s the most powerful thing you can offer someone.” Red Nose Peer Supporter — bereaved parent and volunteer

What to expect? Structured, supported and never alone

Thorough training: Five online evening sessions give you the skills, confidence and context to support callers well.

Ongoing support: You’ll never work alone. Red Nose provides supervision, check-ins and a community of fellow volunteers.

Flexible shifts: Choose shift times that fit your life. The Bereaved Dads’ role uses pre-scheduled appointments for added flexibility.

From home: All support calls are conducted by phone. No travel required — volunteer from wherever you’re comfortable.

Meaningful commitment: We ask for 1 shift per fortnight over a minimum of 12 months — enough to make a real difference.

Clearances covered: Red Nose assists with Police Clearance and Working With Children Check, and covers costs once accepted into training.

Training commences in August 2026

All five sessions are delivered online in the evening, so you can participate from home. Attendance at all sessions is important; they’re designed to build on each other and ensure you feel fully prepared and supported as you begin.

Session dates

• Tuesday 18 August 2026
• Wednesday 19 August 2026
• Tuesday 25 August 2026
• Wednesday 26 August 2026
• Tuesday 1 September 2026

All sessions run 7:00pm – 9:30pm AEST. Expressions of interest close soon — applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Ready to make a meaningful difference?

Submit an expression of interest today. Our team will be in touch to talk through the role and answer any questions you have. Training begins August 2026.

If you need support, please visit our Grief & Loss Support Hub here or call our 24/7 Grief and Loss Support Line on 1300 308 307.