Volunteer Pet Buddy  (Reading)

Do you have a calm and friendly dog (other pets also welcome!)   
 
Would you and your pet like to make new friends?  
  
We are looking for a friendly animal owner in Reading who would like to share their time with our animal loving people we support.        

Activities will include:   

• Visiting the people we support at their house in Burghfield and bringing along your pet 

• Chatting with the people we support and being a friendly buddy 

• Pet cuddles!  

• Providing friendship and fun  

  
Activities will NOT include: Personal care, medication or financial assistance   

We’re looking for someone who is:   

• A pet owner with a calm but loveable dog (or other animal that can be suitable)  

• Friendly, reliable and a good listener   

• Comfortable chatting with people with learning disabilities and autism    

• Willing to commit to volunteer on a regular basis (exact times and days can be discussed)   

A DBS check and two character references will be required for this role.    

What you’ll gain from being a Dimensions volunteer:   

Dimensions provides support for around 3,500 people with learning disabilities and autism across the UK.   

Our volunteers play a vital role in our work and in return, we support them with:    

• Access to free online training (with access to 800 plus courses)   

• Comprehensive support from professional and friendly Dimensions staff   

• Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed at manager’s discretion    

• An opportunity to gain real experience in the social care sector