Music Group Volunteer (Piano)

It is fantastic that you would like to find out more about volunteering at St Mungo’s. We are looking for volunteers who play the piano to facilitate regular music group sessions for our clients. You will be volunteering at a care home and therefore engaging with older clients. The service has bought a piano and as a regular volunteer you will be building rapport by playing music and having a sing along, discussing with residents their favourite music and what memories they associate with it.

In this role, you will be supporting us with all or some of the following tasks: • Teaching clients a specific musical instrument (pre-agreed). • Encouraging conversations around music. • Facilitating music sessions with groups of clients in an inclusive and empowering way. • Designing the music sessions to meet the needs of the participants and taking a creative approach to how these are facilitated. • Adhering to St Mungo’s Policies and Procedures at all times. 

Do I need to have any specific skills? • Experience of, or an interest in, in leading groups. • Ability to play a musical instrument. • Confidence in leading a group with staff present. • A friendly personality, good interpersonal skills, enthusiasm and motivation. • Great communication skills with a person-centred approach. • An understanding of the causes of homelessness and its impact. • Genuine interest in and commitment to St Mungo’s work and client group. • An understanding of and commitment to diversity & equality.  

Location:

• Brent- Monday- Sunday, Ideally Monday evening (but can be other times), 2-3 hours per week.