Volunteer Activity Host

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITY COACH

Time: Evenings, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (weekly)

Location, Oasis House, Northampton

Connection Support provides a range of services supporting people who may be at risk of homelessness or who require social care. We work with people who may have experienced challenges such as debt, family circumstances, mental health difficulties, substance misuse, being a care leaver, learning disabilities, age-related needs, or physical disabilities.

Volunteers play a key role in helping us provide meaningful activities that improve wellbeing and reduce loneliness.

Could you help prevent loneliness and isolation in your community by running a weekly activity night?

·       Do you have 1–2 hours a week in the evening (6:00 pm – 8:00 pm) to support residents by running fun and engaging activities?

·       Can we rely on you to commit to a period of up to 12 weeks?

·       Can you build positive, professional, and trusting relationships with residents in a friendly and non-judgemental way?

If you can answer “yes”, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

·       Planning and hosting a weekly activity evening for residents between 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

·       Running activities such as general knowledge quizzes, music rounds, bingo games, picture rounds, and other fun group activities

·       Encouraging residents to participate, socialise, and work together

·       Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment

·       Acting as a positive and supportive role model

Skills Required

·       Good communication and people skills

·       Ability to engage and encourage people from a range of backgrounds

·       Creativity in planning fun activities and games

·       Enthusiasm and a positive attitude

·       Good organisation and time-keeping

·       Experience to enhance your CV and future career opportunities

·       Ongoing support and guidance from the team

·       Opportunity to request a reference after your volunteering period