Mental Health Volunteer Roles in Home Based
Do you have the legal expertise to support world-leading translational research with this grant-making charity empowering smaller charities to achieve their objectives?
Location: London / Hybrid
Time commitment: c.1 day per month
Application closes at 9 a.m. Monday 4th November
Who we are.
The Sir Jules Thorn Charitable Trust is a grant-making charity endowed by Sir Jules Thorn, who formed one of the UK’s largest electrical businesses. Since its foundation in 1964, the Trust has so far pledge £120m to support projects at many universities, hospitals and charities across the UK.
In keeping with the founder’s wishes, the Trust’s largest grants support translational medical research undertaken in the UK’s leading medical schools and NHS organisations. The Trust also supports projects to integrate and improve care for people living with physical or mental ill health and to help smaller charities provide practical and emotional support to people living with ill health or disability, and to their families and carers.
Who we are looking for.
The Board is seeking to appoint a new Trustee to contribute to the Trust’s work and the development of its strategy for 2025-29. We are looking for someone with legal expertise (ideally with knowledge of the law governing charities and foundations, although this is not a requirement).
Previous experience of operating at the Board level is desirable, and first-time Trustees are welcome to apply.
The role of the Trustees is to safeguard the Trust’s assets and to apply them to our charitable purpose. The Board must always act in the best interests of the Trust, exercising as much care as if they were dealing with their own affairs or looking after the affairs of someone for whom they are responsible. The Trustees should take advice where required to ensure they are fulfilling this duty of care.
In that context, the Board is seeking to appoint a Trustee who has:
- a qualified lawyer in any specialism
- a commitment to the mission and values of the Trust
- strategic vision
- good, independent judgement
- a willingness to speak their mind and respect diverse views
- an understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of Trusteeship
- a commitment to act in accordance with the seven ‘Nolan’ principles of public life, by demonstrating selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty and leadership
- an ability to work effectively as a member of a team and to take decisions for the good of the Trust.
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Application for this role closes at 9 a.m. Monday 4th November.
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Lead transformative sports initiatives and wellness programs that promote both mental and physical health. As the Sports and Wellness Programme Manager at Barawak, you will champion initiatives that empower our community to achieve holistic well-being.
Role Description
Introduction to the Sports and Wellness Programme at Barawak
Energize your service to the community with purpose at the forefront of Barawak's Sports and Wellness Programme, where we embrace the transformative power of physical activity and mental resilience. In direct alignment with our objective to nurture a community in peak health, this service line is a catalyst for change, advocating for holistic wellness and mental health. Our strategic vision is to launch groundbreaking sports and wellness initiatives that do more than just engage the body; they invigorate the mind and nourish the spirit.
Our mission through this service line is to offer a sanctuary of health and well-being that resonates with our broader vision of a community where every individual thrives. By integrating innovative sports programs and mental well-being activities, we're not only enhancing personal health but also fostering communal vitality. This initiative is a pledge to our community—a commitment to a future where wellness is woven into the fabric of our everyday lives, empowering the Afro-Hebrew community to soar to new heights of achievement and fulfillment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Plan and execute the Sports and Wellness strategy and service line: Improve physical health and mental well-being through sports and related activities by launching novel sports and wellness initiatives that prioritize agility and holistic health.
• Forward-thinking initiatives: design and launch innovative sports and wellness initiatives that promote physical agility and holistic health within the community. These should include sessions for mental and physical well-being like football, exercise, and self-defence classes.
• Make discretionary referrals to subsidised counselling.
• Offer subsidised programmes for mental and physical wellbeing: champion mental health awareness by offering subsidised programs for mental and physical well-being, including access to wellbeing workshops.
2. Measure performance: Keep accurate count of thefrequency and attendance of sports, counselling and wellness sessions; and the self-reported improvement in participants' mental and physical health after sessions. Provide this data to the Governance Team and Trustees on request.
3. Collaboration with Verticals Teams:
• Partnership Development & Collaboration Team: Coordinate with this team to identify and establishalliances and partnerships with local, regional and global organisations, businesses, councils, and thegovernment to acquire Sports and Wellness resources, speakers or information.
• Fundraising & Financial Management Team: Collaborate with this team to conduct fundraising activities and financial planning for the Sports and Wellness service line. Identify diverse revenue streams, such as grants, donations, corporate sponsorships, fundraising events for the Sports and Wellness service.
• Volunteer Engagement Team: Work with this team to recruit, train and manage volunteers to support the Sports and Wellness service delivery.
• Marketing Outreach & Advocacy: work with this team to enhance visibility of the Sports and Wellnessservice across social media, press, and community events.
4. Governance Team Interaction: Provide regular updates and reports to the Governance, Secretariat & Performance Reporting team. Ensure programmealignment with Barawak policies, procedures, strategy and objectives. Collaborate on monitoring and evaluation efforts to assess Sports and Wellness service impact and effectiveness.
Person Specification:
• Skills: Strong organisational and leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and adept at working in a collaborative environment. Eagar to learn new skills.
• Attributes: Deep understanding of the challenges faced by the Afro-Hebrew community in the UK. Commitment to Barawak's values of helping out, sticking together, and staying strong. Ability to work flexibly and respond to evolving community needs.
• Commitment: Passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and families dealing with poverty. Innovative thinker with a focus on creating sustainable, long-term solutions.
Important: This advert is for a voluntary role, which is unpaid and not subject to reimbursement of expenses. Any agreement with the successful candidate is not intended to be a legally binding contract between us and may be cancelled at any time at the discretion of either party. By applying for the role, candidates agree that neither of us intend any employment relationship to be created either now or at any time in the future.
To relieve the poverty of persons and families of African and Caribbean decent.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Our partner is a UK based charity supporting traumatised communities globally, by providing training to qualified mental health workers in the countries affected and on-going support through supervision and professional development.
They are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to serve as Treasurer. The post-holder will be responsible for overseeing the financial management of the charity, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and advising the Board of Trustees on financial matters in a crucial role that supports the financial stability and integrity of the organisation.
The role involves both day-to-day financial management, such as the processing of invoices and completing the annual online return to the Charity Commission, and advisory work, providing financial advice to the Board of Trustees on the implications of decisions and initiatives.
The estimated time commitment required for this relatively hands on Treasurer role is 2-4 hours per week, with the board meeting around 9 times annually (online).
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Join our amazing volunteer team to raise awareness of sight loss and RNIB services at local events. You’ll be making a real difference to people living with sight loss by helping to create a world without barriers. This face to face opportunity will see you providing information about RNIB services and activities to help people with sight loss live the lives they want, enabling them to hear about the support that is available, and how they can help others. What you’ll be doing • Creating a welcoming and interesting display stand. • Speaking directly to people affected by sight loss. • Being a friendly face of RNIB locally - engaging with a diverse range of people. • Providing information and demonstrations of basic independent living aids for the general public and professionals. What you’ll gain from the role: • An opportunity to give something back. • A chance to build a strong community. • A sense of achievement through the difference you make. • A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people • An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies. In return for donating your time we will provide: • A supportive route to building your confidence in meeting members of the public and serving customers. • A rewarding experience. • A great Induction and training. • A supportive manager. • Regular updates and catchups. • Expenses. • An opportunity to connect with other volunteers. In applying for / signing up for this role you agree to be contacted when we are seeking volunteers to help with an event in relation to this role description. We will contact you via a communication method for which you have given consent. If you have any questions or are unsure if this role is right for you.
What skills and experience are needed?
- • An outgoing, friendly approach to meeting new people • An empathetic and professional manner. • Good communications skills with active listening. • An interest in helping people access the information they need.
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Volunteers needed for community cycle scheme
Organisation: Chat-e-Cycle C.I.C.
Location: Manor Farm, Chilcompton, BA3 4HP
Position Title: Volunteer Pilot (Cyclist for an Electric Tandem Bike)
About Us:
Chat-e-Cycle C.I.C. is a community interest company dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults through social cycling. We use a side-by-side electric tandem bike to support individuals travel to appointments, run errands, experience the outdoors and enjoy social outings. We have partnered with the Active Ways as part of their social prescribing scheme and improving access to active transport in Bath and North East Somerset, and the Somer Valley.
Role Overview:
We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic cyclists to volunteer with us. As a Volunteer Cyclist, you will cycle alongside older adults using our electric tandem bikes, providing support and offering an eco-friendly transport option.
Key Responsibilities:
Training and volunteer induction will help you to meet the requirements below:
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Safely operate a side-by-side electric tandem bike to take older adults to appointments, shops, social events, as well riding with those who enjoy cycling for fun!
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Ensure a positive and comfortable experience for passengers throughout the ride.
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Following safety protocols and basic bike checks to ensure the safe operation of the bike. These will be covered during induction training
About you:
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We see it as an advantage if you are an experienced cyclist with a good understanding of cycling on roads +/- bike operation and maintenance.
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You are friendly and approachable, with strong communication skills and experience working with people.
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You can be adaptable to meet the needs of the person you are cycling with.
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You have availability to volunteer approximately once a week (weather dependent). Flexible schedules are also preferable.
Benefits/Perks:
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Enjoy regular exercise and the outdoors
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Support older adults to access the outdoors and the benefit of cycling
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Be part of a greener future, contributing to active and sustainable travel in the local area
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Flexible scheduling to accommodate your availability
A quote from our current volunteer Alan:
“Chat-e-Cycle is an uplifting experience for both parties and its Quirky design attracts lots of waves and smiles. If you like cycling, chatting and are thinking about volunteering get in touch, you won’t be disappointed!”
Application Process:
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Initial Stage: send us an email to express your interest in volunteering with us and a bit about you
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Second Stage: We will then contact you back to arrange a telephone call to discuss the role in more detail and to help answer any queries.
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Final stage: If successful, participate in induction sessions including competencies with the bike and ensuring you feel confident and happy on the roads. As part of our requirements, we will also need to do a DBS check on any new volunteers.
Duration/Time Commitment:
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Flexible scheduling options to fit your availability, with a commitment to regular volunteering if possible.
To apply, please send us an email or give us a call to tell us about your cycling experience and motivation for applying to this volunteer position. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and suitable candidates will be contacted for a follow-up conversation.
If you have any questions at all about the volunteering post please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We are a friendly group who are very welcoming and appreciative of any time you can offer to get cycling to more people.
Help us make a difference—apply today and join our team!
Chat-e-Cycle C.I.C. is a community interest company dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults through social cycling.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Join our amazing volunteer team to make a real difference to people living with sight loss. You’ll be supporting people to come together in a group setting, to benefit from each other’s company, knowledge and encouragement, leading to reduced isolation, stronger networks of support, and new friendships. You can support with either local and regional telephone groups or face-to-face groups. What you’ll be doing: • Meeting and greeting group members on arrival or joining virtually. • Creating a warm and welcoming environment. • Supporting group conversations. • Assisting with group activities (if appropriate). What you’ll gain from the role: • An opportunity to give something back. • A chance to build a strong community. • A sense of achievement through the difference you make. • A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people • An opportunity to develop and explore different roles with RNIB, including our internal job vacancies. In return for donating your time we will provide: • A rewarding experience. • A great Induction and training. • A supportive manager. • Regular updates and catchups. • Expenses. • An opportunity to connect with other volunteers.
What skills and experience are needed?
- • An interest in group or community work. • A sociable personality. • A commitment to working towards a society where people with sight loss are equal participants.
Chair of the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee
About the role
We are looking for a Chair of the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee (“FRAC”) who is passionate about mental health service provision and public protection, to join the Board of Trustees. You will become a charity trustee (company director) and ensure that the public interest and charitable objectives run through all that we do.
This is a particularly exciting time to join the organisation as we will be launching our three-year strategy “psychotherapy in a changing world” in the Autumn of 2024. We want to work with you to craft an achievable delivery plan to sit alongside this strategy, which will be accompanied by a medium-term financial plan.
Leading the Board’s oversight of charitable funds, you will be pivotal in ensuring the organisation demonstrates excellent stewardship of resources and is financially sustainable for the future. Your background in financial leadership will be an ideal experience to chair the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee and provide support to our finance team.
About you
This is a role for an individual who is open to new ideas and embraces innovation, who is motivational, pragmatic, and demonstrates sound commercial and business acumen.
You will enjoy the opportunity to support an important cause where there is a growing demand in society for greater choices of high-quality mental health service provision. You’ll work alongside colleagues from diverse backgrounds and collaborate with staff and practitioners. There’ll be scope for professional development as well as personal reward in running the charity and mentoring the executive. In short, it is an opportunity to make a real difference.
About the organisation
The organisation is the leading professional body for psychotherapists and psychotherapeutic counsellors. We represent training organisations and over 9,000 individual therapists - working privately or in the NHS or voluntary sector - offering a wide variety of psychotherapeutic approaches or modalities.
Our charitable objectives are to promote:
- the art and science of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for the public benefit;
- research in psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling and to disseminate the results of any such research;
- high standards of education and training and practice in psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling
- the wider provision of psychotherapy and psychotherapeutic counselling for all sections of the public
How to apply
Please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you would be suitable for this role to the governance team.
Closing date: 9am Monday 11th November 2024
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Social Anxiety Alliance UK is a young and developing charity looking for an experienced Treasurer with a background in financial management and accounting who can also help us to find funding and grants to continue the charity's development. The Treasurer will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial administration of the charity and will have a good understanding of charity finance and potential funding/grant awarding bodies. The Treasurer would also need to be willing to be a Trustee and aware of the governance issues relating to such a role.
Social anxiety involves an excessive fear of social situations. Sufferers will often fear being embarrassed or worry about being negatively evaluated by others. Anticipatory anxiety and situational avoidance are common, and individuals may endure social situations with a high level of discomfort. The scope of the anxiety may be focused on specific types of social situations or generalised to almost any social encounter.
We are the first UK charity dedicated to Social Anxiety.
We are a friendly board and we hold our meetings monthly online in the evening. Getting involved will mean that you can work with us to ensure financial sustainability, maximise income through grant applications and to set the strategic direction for the charity. You will also work with the Board to ensure that the charity operates within regulatory requirements and to develop projects which will help the charity to achieve its mission and goals.
Please add a cover letter to help us understand your interest in applying for this role
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Chatterbox is a free telephone befriending service for socially isolated and lonely people. Our clients are carefully matched to DBS-checked volunteer befrienders, with whom they exchange supportive, friendly phone calls. They chat about their lives, families and interests.
As a volunteer telephone befriender, you will make one phone call a week to a Chatterbox client for a minimum of 6 months. You will receive 2 hours of induction training, which can be done remotely. You will be required to complete a short log following each client call.
Omega is a registered charity dedicated to reducing social isolation and loneliness.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Sight loss can be a big deal for many people: It often comes later in life and throws up many challenges. There can be a lot to get your head around and new things to learn. In this role you will help people who have had an initial contact with RNIB by sharing with them relevant information, including available services, ways to connect with others in a similar situation, and opportunities to play a positive role in removing barriers in society. In support of your conversation you will make brief, accurate notes in the customer contact record. In short, you’ll play an important role in helping people on the journey to living well with sight loss. You will join a well-established, friendly team that makes outbound calls to RNIB beneficiaries and supporters. This role can be done from home, with the ability to make calls at times that fit in with your schedule. We’re seeking a minimum commitment of four hours per week, for a period of around six months. Calls can be made between 10am and 7pm. Full training will be given before you start making calls. We are seeking to recruit a group of volunteers that includes some individuals with lived experience of sight loss. How you will be supported in your role Comprehensive training will be given before you start making calls, and support will continue throughout your volunteering. The team you are joining is located across the UK. There are opportunities to connect with other volunteers and colleagues via MS Teams, including social “Kettle catchups”. The team meets twice a year in person, and you will be very welcome to take part.
How often will I be needed?
- 4 Hours per Week
Key requirements
- You must be aged 18 or over. This opportunity requires two references. You will need a laptop or PC through which you will access an RNIB virtual desktop. Reliable Broadband is needed as calls will be made through your internet connection. You’ll need a quiet and confidential space at home when making calls, so that neither your screen nor conversations are visible / audible to others in your household.
Home based
- This role is home based
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Homebased
Who this opportunity will suit
Minimum age
- You must be at least 18 years old to apply
What skills and experience are needed?
- You will have a friendly, empathetic and non-judgemental disposition and be able to listen well – acknowledging, and building rapport. A sociable nature and the ability to put people at ease are important qualities. You will be confident with IT and will have experience of MS Windows and common software
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Zetetick is looking for people who understand social media and the web, who may have some writing experience, or have worked with images on Canva or on a Mac. Mainly remote working but we also need a little help with fundraising and admin in the office in Lewes.
We would love to hear from you whether you have a little knowledge or a lot, and have some time to spare to help us provide quality homes to people with disabilities, autism, learning disabilities and mental health problems.
In return you will learn some new skills and gain experience working for a professional team in a successful housing charity.
References required.
To provide and maintain specialised quality homes, not just housing. To empower choice and deliver dignity to all we work with.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Family Thing Dance is a small but growing charity that provides inclusive dance classes for people with learning differences and diverse abilities. We are looking for Trustees to join our Board to offer governance and support to grow the charity.
The dance base is commercial dance and hip-hop. Family Thing's mission is to provide opportunities for empowerment, support and a sense of belonging using dance as a vehicle to reach these aims.
Family Thing is passionate about providing these dance opportunities for everyone. There are many reasons why. Mencap lists the main benefits of taking part in leisure activities as improving physical and mental health, personal social skills, self-worth and confidence, and social attitudes (Mencap, 2019). Yet despite these widely understood benefits, only 16.8% of people with a learning disability take part in a sport or physical activities at least once a week, compared with 39.9% of the general population (Sport England, 2018). Additionally, there is a great deal of evidence that inactivity is a major contributing factor of ill health in people with learning disabilities. Only 9% of participants in a 2016 review met the minimum recommended guidelines for physical activity (Dairo et al, 2016).
We know that organisations like Family Thing play a role in the well-being of people with learning disabilities by providing activities that promote good physical health as well as positive psychological and social stimulation, and offers a way to overcome situations such as loneliness and anxiety. We know that a positive impact of Family Thing is the increase in social engagement and improvements in physical and mental well-being for those who participate in our classes.
Activities: Family Thing offers free or subsidised, supportive, fun and creative dance classes to diverse groups of children, young people and adults. During each session, dancers are invited to create their own ‘dance hero persona’, and have opportunities to express themselves as individuals with the support of the group. There is a focus on strengthening their sense of community through the concept of “supporting your crew”. As defined by those who attend the groups, the overall aim is to create a “big family” that’ll dance altogether basically!
What are we looking for?
At this particular time we are keen to find people with a financial services background and someone who may be willing to take on the role of Treasurer in due course and/or someone with marketing skills, including digital marketing.
Experience
- Experience of the dance community (desirable but not essential)
- An understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion and a desire to support those with learning differences and diverse abilities
- Leadership experience (desirable but not essential)
- Experience of delivering strategic organisational change (desirable but not essential)
It is not necessary to have previous board experience as training and support can be given
Skills
- A commitment to the Family Thing
- A willingness to devote half a day a month to this work and be able to attend the bi-monthly board meetings
- Good, independent judgement
- An ability to think creatively
- A willingness to speak your mind and communicate well
- An understanding and acceptance of the legal duties, responsibilities and liabilities of trusteeship
- An ability to work effectively as a member of a team
- An understanding of safeguarding practices
- Some experience of charity finance and fundraising is desirable, but not essential (and candidates do not need prior experience as a charity trustee)
- Knowledge and experience of current and fundraising activities relevant to voluntary and community organisations (desirable but not essential)
Attitude
- Honest, open and trustworthy with an understanding of the duty of candour
- Respectful of confidentiality procedures
Special Conditions
The post requires the ability to attend online meetings and occasional face to face events. All expenses will be reimbursed.
What difference will you make?
We are interested in potential Trustees who can bring experience across of range of areas. At this particular time we are keen to find people with a financial services background and someone who may be willing to take on the role of Treasurer in due course and/or someone with marketing skills, including digital marketing.
We are also keen to hear from people who can bring experience in any of these areas:
- working with charitable organisations
- developing strategy;
- project management;
- fundraising and grants management;
Bringing skills in any of these areas will make a huge difference to the work Family Thing is able to provide.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Connection Support has a range of services providing support to people at risk of homelessness or on the edge of needing social care. We work with people made vulnerable through debt, mental health issues, substance misuse, learning disability, and physical disabilities.
Volunteers play a key role in the provision of vital services to our clients.
Could you prevent loneliness and isolation in your community and become a befriender?
- Do you have 2-3 hours a week to give to a client suffering from loneliness or mental health? (For a mutual agreement of time and locations that meet clients’ needs)
- Can you offer support, through a listening ear and be a positive influence in a client’s life to help build self-esteem and confidence?
- Will you enable our clients to benefit from knowing someone is there to listen, be a friend, and check in on their wellbeing?
If you can answer ‘yes’ to these questions, then we would love to hear from you!
Key responsibilities
Your role will include, but is not restricted to the following tasks:
- Carry out weekly checks with the clients you are supporting. This can be in a variety of settings, e.g., family home, support home, or in the community (via face-to-face meetings, phone or video calls)
- Have fun, take clients on outings, and maybe share a hobby, sport, or an interest
- Collect prescriptions for clients and assist with their weekly shop
- Help clients rediscover social skills and confidence by building up and maintaining a close relationship
- Report any concerns to the Volunteer Coordinator
Skills required
No qualifications or volunteering experience is required; however, the below skills are essential:
- A non-judgemental approach
- Good listening and communication skills
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Respect confidentiality
- Be able to work on own initiative
- Ability to build effective working relationships with clients in a non-patronising way
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Join our amazing volunteer team to make a real difference to people living with sight loss. You’ll be supporting people to come together to explore sport and physical activity in a group setting. Group members will benefit from each other’s company, knowledge, and encouragement, leading to reduced isolation, an increase in participation of sports and physical activity and new networks of support and friendship. You can support with either local and regional telephone groups or community based face-to-face groups.
What you’ll be doing
1. Meeting and greeting group members on arrival or joining virtually.
2. Creating a warm and welcoming environment.
3. Planning and delivering a programme of sports themed activities.
4. Assisting with the groups sport or physical activities (if appropriate).
What you’ll gain from the role
1. A chance to give something back in an area you are passionate about.
2. A chance to make a difference with a sense of achievement.
3. A chance to build a strong community of sports people with sight loss.
4. A chance to be part of a team of like-minded people, increasing your confidence and skills to talk to groups of people with impact, with an opportunity to develop your role into delivering independently over time.
5. Opportunity to explore different roles within our organisation including our internal recruitment vacancies.
In return for donating your time we will support you with:
1. A rewarding role
2. A great Induction and Training
3. A supportive Manager
4. Regular catch-ups
5. Expenses
6. An opportunity to connect with other volunteers
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We are recruiting volunteers to coordinate sport and fitness activities to support service users to get active, have fun and move together. Exercising helps strengthens bones and muscles, supports with mental wellbeing, increases self-confidence, self-esteem, and provides opportunities for people to make new friends, try out new sports, activities and learn new skills.
What you will be doing
- Keep a record of attendees, provide feedback and report any concerns to the staff team
- Coordinate a weekly timetable of sports and active games to engage the service users
- General knowledge about wellbeing and how sport affects physical and mental health
- Support the service users to maintain their physical health through exercise
- Support the service users to work as a team
- Plan activities or sports in collaboration with the service users
The skills you need
- Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation.
- Calm and patient approach
- A skilled and qualified sports coach/fitness instructor
- Good communication skills
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.