Nail Technician Volunteer - Newcastle

PLEASE NOTE: This role is only needed for the Christmas period for our festive Health & Wellbeing days. 

If you plan to apply for this role, please note you will need to provide evidence of your qualification OR a reference from your current employer.

You will contribute to ending homelessness by

Our Crisis nail bar gives guests a chance to feel pampered and confident and, along with salon and massage, is one of our busiest and most popular services. 

Nail technicians offer a shape, buff and polish service and can also offer hand massages. We do not offer shellac or nail extensions.

What you will gain

• You will have the opportunity to be part of a volunteer led team making a real difference to the lives of people experiencing homelessness over the Christmas period 
• The opportunity to share existing or develop new skills in a friendly and supportive environment 
• Access to relevant Crisis at Christmas training events 
• Support and advice from Crisis at Christmas staff team    
• Experience in running activities 
• A platform for building confidence 
• Skills and knowledge in providing services for people experiencing homelessness

Core tasks

• You will be volunteering at our Health & Wellbeing Day(s). These events are an opportunity for members to access a range of health & wellbeing services from the safety and comfort of our Skylight. All treatments are clothed. 
• You will be part of a specialist volunteer team which may include: Hairdressers, Masseuses, Physiotherapists and GPs and Nurses. 
• Our training will show you what to expect when offering nail technician services in our Christmas centres.

Who we are looking for

• Professional nail technicians   
• People who are enthusiastic about making our guests feel good   
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with vulnerable guests   
• A positive attitude and the ability to be friendly and welcoming to guests who may not have visited a nail bar before.   
• Ability to work with the Shift Team and report any potential issues to the shift leader    
• Ability to deliver Crisis at Christmas services in a fair manner ensuring that the safety of the guests and volunteers is of paramount importance at all times   
• Be a positive role model for all volunteers exhibiting behaviours outlined in the Volunteers Code of Conduct

Additional information

• We expect volunteers to comply with Crisis policies including health and safety, data protection and code of conduct at all times  
• To maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all accessible information about guests and the organisation  
• Be positive, productive and have the passion to help end homelessness  
• We strive to ensure that our services are welcoming, remain relevant and are fully accessible to everyone that we help and support.  
• We are particularly welcoming of volunteers from diverse and other marginalised communities, as this helps us ensure the best experience for those that we are here to help.  
• People who have lived experience of homelessness are also particularly welcome to apply.