Domestic Support Volunteer

Job description

Do you love helping others and making things clean and tidy? If you answered yes, then you might be the perfect candidate for our Domestic Support Volunteer role.

As a Domestic Support Volunteer for Tŷ Hafan, you will assist families in need with various tasks such as cleaning, tidying up and laundry.

You will develop on your existing valuable skills and experience, as well as have the satisfaction of knowing you are making a positive impact on families with children with life-shortening illnesses.

Apply today to join our team of amazing volunteers!

Considerations:

Age requirement: 21+

Location: Rhondda Cynon Taff, Pontypridd, Aberdare, Merthyr, Blackwood, Newport

You would need to be able to travel back and forth to family homes

DBS check, references and induction/training course required before starting

As a volunteer, you could be involved in various activities depending on your preferences, skills and experience.

You can make a big difference in the lives of families who have a child with a life shortening condition. You can help them with light housekeeping tasks such as; cleaning, dusting, vacuuming and laundry.

By doing this, you can help families create a tidy, clean and safe home environment that reduces their daily stress and worries. You can also help them to enjoy more quality time as a family. Depending on your skills, you may also be asked to help with small DIY tasks around the home.

We are looking for volunteers who:

Are able to empathize with the families you are helping and show them kindness and respect

Are reliable and flexible and committed to volunteering on a longer term basis

Will follow our health and safety guidelines, policies and procedures and report any issues or concerns to the Family Support Volunteer Manager.

Are respectful of the privacy, preferences and needs of the families you are supporting

Are polite and friendly

Are able to adapt to different situations and challenges

Enjoy making a difference in the lives of others

Here's what you can expect from our training program:

A comprehensive introduction to Tŷ Hafan and your role

Health and safety training

A friendly and supportive team to assist you with any queries or concerns through regular and ongoing meetings

Other role and organisation specific training

The benefits of becoming a Domestic Support Volunteer:

You can make a positive difference in the lives of children with life-shortening conditions and their families, by helping them to maintain clean/organised indoor spaces

You can attend Volunteer Events throughout the year

Meet new people and join a friendly team of volunteers passionate about helping others

It’s a great way to connect with families in your community

Volunteering can improve your mental health by reducing stress and boosting mood

Expenses will be provided following discussion about the role

Are you ready to join us as a volunteer?

You will be sent a link to complete an online application form.

We will ask you to provide us with the details of two referees and an Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

Once we have viewed your application form, we will be in touch for an informal discussion to ensure this role is right for you, before we progress.

Tŷ Hafan will cover the costs of any background checks and we will contact you with details on completing your DBS, once your application is successful

We can't wait to welcome you to the team!

This role is purely voluntary, and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.

Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.

Job Type: Volunteer

Work Location: In person