Volunteer Pet Buddy (Reading)
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
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:
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Visiting the people we support at their house in Burghfield and bringing along your pet
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Chatting with the people we support and being a friendly buddy
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Pet cuddles!
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Providing friendship and fun
Activities will NOT include: Personal care, medication or financial assistance
We’re looking for someone who is:
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A pet owner with a calm but loveable dog (or other animal that can be suitable)
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Friendly, reliable and a good listener
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Comfortable chatting with people with learning disabilities and autism
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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:
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Access to free online training (with access to 800 plus courses)
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Comprehensive support from professional and friendly Dimensions staff
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Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed at manager’s discretion
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An opportunity to gain real experience in the social care sector
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.