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Ty Hafan
Remote
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
Job description

Become a helping hand that makes a house feel like home again. 

Joining this role means stepping into a vital position of practical support for families who are caring for a child whose life will be short. Many families across Wales face this unimaginable situation while juggling the demands of everyday life - Often without the support network they desperately need. 

As a Practical Support at Home Volunteer, you’ll make a meaningful difference by helping families manage the household tasks that can feel overwhelming during such emotional and exhausting times. 

Your time and care will help bring calm, dignity and relief to families going through the toughest moments of their lives. 

What You Need to Know 

  • Age: 18+ 

  • Location: Across South & West Wales (in your local area) 

  • Commitment: Flexible and can be adjusted to accommodate your personal schedule. The support plans designed for referred families are typically structured to span a period of six weeks 

  • Checks: Enhanced DBS check, 2 references and induction/training course required before starting. 

What You’ll be Doing 

  • Light household cleaning (dusting, wiping surfaces, hoovering) 
  • Tidying, decluttering and organising 

  • Laundry support (washing, drying, folding) 

  • Basic garden maintenance (if interested/experienced) 

  • Running small errands locally 

  • Supporting with simple household tasks that reduce the family’s mental load. 

We Are Looking For Volunteers Who: 

  • Are kind, empathetic and respectful of families’ privacy 

  • Are reliable, flexible and able to commit on a regular basis 

  • Follow our policies, procedures & health and safety guidelines 

  • Can report any concerns promptly 

  • Are friendly, polite and able to maintain appropriate boundaries 

  • Can adapt to different situations in the home environment 

  • Enjoy making a positive difference to families’ lives. 

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

always maintaining confidentiality. 

At Tŷ Hafan our people values are working together, demonstrating compassion, providing excellent service and taking ownership.  

We expect all colleagues and volunteers to behave with high levels of integrity and to represent our values as a core part of their role. 

Training You Will Receive 

You will receive a full introduction to Tŷ Hafan and your role, including an in‑person induction, core training and additional e‑learning. You’ll be supported by a friendly, experienced team who are available to help with any questions through regular check‑ins. 

Role‑specific and organisation‑wide training will also be provided as needed. 

All volunteers are required to keep their mandatory training up to date to 

continue in their role. 

The benefits of becoming a Practical Support at Home Volunteer 

  • Make a positive difference in the lives of children with life-shortening conditions and their families, by helping them to maintain clean spaces for them to enjoy 

  • Attend Volunteer Celebration Events throughout the year 

  • Meet new people and join a friendly community of volunteers, passionate about helping others 

  • Expenses will be provided following discussion about the role. 

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. 

Organisation
Ty Hafan View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 101 - 500

A Wales where every child with a life-shortening condition lives a fulfilling life, supported with the compassion and specialist care they need.

Posted on: 13 March 2026
Closing date: 11 June 2026 at 10:03
Tags: Engagement / Outreach, Wellbeing, Social / Support Work