Social Activity Volunteers - Coventry

Are you always ready with a smile?

Are you a "people person"?

Then why not join our fun and friendly Coventry volunteer team ?

Purpose of the role?

People with a learning disability or additional needs are often isolated and excluded from mainstream leisure and social activities.  Our adult citizens want to enjoy social & leisure activities with their friends, and by giving just a little time each month, you can help them do that.

What would I be doing?

You will help us to support a small group of people to enjoy a variety of activities including:

·       Going to a local café or browsing the shops

·       Going to the pub, restaurant, or cinema

·       Activities such ten-pin bowling, visiting a park or attending a local event.

This is a nice, light touch way to make a difference, have fun and gain valuable experience. Expenses are reimbursed.

What do I need?

To be a volunteer you need to be

·       Friendly

·       Calm and patient

·       A good listener

·       Accepting of people who may be different to you

·       Happy to chat

·       Willing to learn and act within guidelines set out by Midland Mencap

·       An enhanced DBS check and references will be required

.       No experience of support work is needed.

When and where do you need me?

·       Once or twice a month in the Coventry area

·       Days and times to be arranged with the group (may include evenings and weekends)

What’s in it for me?

As one of our valued volunteers, Midland Mencap will offer you:

•         The opportunity to make a difference to the lives of people with learning disabilities

           and their family carers

•         Any training and development that is needed

•         The chance to develop your skills and gain experience

•         The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a diverse team

•         Support within your role

•         Agreed out-of-pocket expenses

•         Lots of appreciation for your amazing contribution

•         Positive wellbeing from doing something great

•         Improve career opportunities by adding your volunteer role to a CV