Beauty and Pampering Volunteer - Hammersmith and Fulham

Do you have a passion for using your beautician skills and expertise to support those who have experienced crisis? People in our services would benefit from social engagement, relaxation, and joy from learning about simple treatments they could use for themselves such as hand, foot massaging, manicures, pedicures, hair styling, cutting, overall hygiene tips and routines. 

We have an exciting opportunity for a volunteer to coordinate workshops on beauty/pampering to enhance good hygiene practice, promote confidence within oneself and positive wellbeing. 

What you will be doing: 

• Encourage group discussions and pampering sessions around wellbeing, self-esteem and looking after themselves 

• Inspire and motivate the group to be involved in future planning/designing of the session

• Share basic beauty tips and routines with group members

• Offer relaxation techniques that can be used to de-stress and promote positive mental wellbeing

• Keep a record of attendees, provide feedback and report any concerns to the staff team

The skills you need: 

• A skilled and qualified beautician 

• Calm and patient approach 

• Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation 

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