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Volunteering for Sense
Sense is a leading disability charity with extensive knowledge and expertise in delivering personalised, creative and flexible support for disabled people with complex needs. Our tailored approach ensures that every person is empowered to live fully at every stage of life.
Due to the nature of the role, we require all applicants to be aged 16 or over. You must have a UK address to volunteer with Sense.
What your role will involve
You’ll get the opportunity to get involved in a wide range of activities, including:
When you’re ready, we’ll provide you with additional training to:
If you’re interested in taking on additional responsibilities, you can train to become a Key Volunteer, helping the shop manager by:
Will the role suit me? Yes, if you are:
What can Sense offer me as a volunteer?
About Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to offer personalised support to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our experts offer support that’s tailored to the individual needs of each person, whether that’s at our centres, through our holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. In addition to practical support, we also provide information to families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.
Volunteers add real value to Sense, bringing their passion, enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to the work that we do. We believe that volunteers enable us to bring people together, and provide opportunities for people with complex disabilities to communicate and experience the world.
We include. We collaborate. We find a way. We challenge. We celebrate.
We believe that every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect with others and be included in the world.



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Do you love music and dance? Would you like to join us and have fun with the people we support?
We are looking for a friendly volunteer who can lead a session of dance, aerobics or exercise, and enjoy moving to music together!
Activities will include:
Sharing your time with people we support and leading a group session of movement to music. This can be dancing, aerobics or other ideas you would like to bring along!
Demonstrating dance moves and encouraging people to join in
Chatting away and building friendships
We are looking for volunteers who are:
Confident to lead a group and dance freely (any level of skill is welcome)
Enthusiastic with a passion for dance and movement
Happy to take requests and share ideas
Comfortable chatting with people with learning disabilities and autism
Reliable and willing to volunteer regularly (days/times to be agreed)
A DBS check and two character references will be required for this role.
What you’ll gain from being a Dimensions volunteer:
Dimensions provide support for autistic people and people with learning disabilities across the UK.
Our volunteers play a vital role in our work and in return, we support them with:
Access to free online training (with access to 800 plus courses)
Comprehensive support from professional and friendly Dimensions staff
Reasonable expenses may be reimbursed at manager’s discretion
An opportunity to gain real experience in the social care sector
Want to apply for this role?
If you’d like to be a Dimensions volunteer, please get in touch!
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Could you use your mechanical skills to support your local community?
Join the team at our Bristol-based Hub! You’ll work on our award-winning environmental and social initiative, Bikes Beyond Bars.
About the role
As a volunteer at Life Cycle’s community bike shop, you’ll be part of a friendly, hands-on team that refurbishes donated bicycles and supports sustainable cycling in the local community.
You’ll work alongside professional mechanics and fellow volunteers to:
This role is a great opportunity for people who enjoy practical work, love bikes, and want to make a meaningful contribution to environmental sustainability and community impact.
About Bikes Beyond Bars
Life Cycle is a Bristol-based charity that transforms lives and the environment through cycling.
At Bikes Beyond Bars, we take donations of unwanted bikes to our prison workshops across the UK, where their workshop tutors teach men how to refurbish them. Prisoners earn a bike mechanics qualification, gain employable skills, and find a new sense of purpose and hope.
Bikes leave the prison workshop and are taken to our Bristol Hub. There, Life Cycle’s mechanics and team of volunteers check, tweak, and prepare them for sale.
"Life Cycle helped me massively in prison, keeping me occupied and out of the celI. I felt respected and treated as a valued member of society, not just an ex-con." – Jon (name changed).
About you
We’re looking for someone who is:
We’re a charity that transforms lives and the environment through cycling



The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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The Health Hub, in partnership with BrisDoc, provides access to healthcare for women who street sex work.
On Monday, Tuesdays and Wednesday the women can see a specialist nurse, sexual health nurse, and GP. Women can also access the things they need like clothing and hot food.
Hairdresser- Health Hub volunteer: Role Description
As part of the women’s access to health care we would like to offer free haircuts during Health Hub to the women, to help them with self-confidence and promote self-care.
We are looking for a qualified hairdresser to run a drop-in clinic for the women once a month on a Tuesday.
This post is open to women only, as permitted under Schedule 9, Part 1, of the Equality Act 2010. Following the recent Supreme Court judgment, this part of the Equality Act now means we may only consider applications from women who were assigned female at birth for this role. We welcome applicants to get in touch with us if they’d like to discuss this further.
Commitments needed:
One Tuesday a month from 12-4pm
To complete a volunteer induction
Able to travel to and from St Pauls, Bristol.
Attributes and qualifications needed:
NVQ Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Hairdressing
Confident working with a variety of hair types and styles.
Commitment to maintaining dignity, choice, and respect for all individuals.
Reliable and punctual
Communication skills and listening skills
Able to hold client focused conversations
Compassionate, empathetic and non-judgemental
Willing to implement boundaries when needed
Tasks will involve:
Provide basic hairdressing services such as:
Trimming and cutting hair
Blow-drying and styling
Tidy-ups
Create a friendly, respectful, and person‑centred experience for clients.
Listen to each individual’s preferences and deliver styles that suit their needs.
Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and safety within the working area.
Follow the services safeguarding, confidentiality, and professional boundaries guidelines.
Work collaboratively with staff and other volunteers to support smooth service delivery.
In return you will:
Join a passionate and enthusiastic volunteer team.
Receive an induction to One25 and support from experienced staff
Be part of a friendly, fun and dedicated team of staff and volunteers.
Have the opportunity to have an impact on women’s lives
A reference provided after 3 months.
This role is perfect for some who wants:
An introduction into the charity sector (women’s crisis intervention)
To learn about the women we support and how our trauma informed approach makes an impact
To contribute to the mission of One25.
Additional Requirements
Basic DBS check
Two references.
Agreement to follow Volunteer Code of Conduct
To meet women who street sex work where they are, supporting them to move from crisis and trauma towards independence in the community.



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Independent Visitor: Mentor a young person for 2 – 4 hours per month for at least 1 year.
An Independent Visitor is usually an adult volunteer who befriends a young person in care and develops a long-term friendship with them. This often involves helping young people develop new interests, skills and hobbies or going on outings such as going to the cinema, bowling or just walking in the park.
The aim is to provide support, confidence, and fun experiences outside of the young person’s daily environment. If you are looking for a rewarding role with an organisation that makes a difference in young people’s lives, we want to hear from you.
About the role:
•Visit a young person monthly and become a trusted adult friend to them.
•Build a trusting, consistent and positive relationship with the child.
•Provide a child with the opportunity to try new activities (e.g., cinema, bowling, museums, nature walks, or simply having a chat) and spend time with them away from their placement.
•Provide visit reports and feedback after visits to help us monitor and improve the service.
In return, we offer a range of benefits including:
• Make a real difference – be a positive, stable influence in a young person’s life.
• Have fun and create memories – enjoy activities while building a meaningful bond.
• Gain valuable experience – develop skills in mentoring, communication and young people’s support.
• Access to training and job opportunities – acquire knowledge and experience in a fun setting.
• Flexible and rewarding – just a few hours a month can change a life!
You will be allocated a budget for each visit for your travel and activity.
Skills:
• Interpersonal Skills – Ability to easily build rapport and identify with young people from diverse backgrounds.
• Communication – Excellent communication skills and good report writing skills.
• Committed – Willing to commit to a child for at least one year.
• DBS Check – We will carry out safer recruitment checks, and you will be required to have an Enhanced DBS check.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Description
Sooty, the nation’s much-loved bear and a true national treasure, has featured on RNIB’s collection boxes for over 50 years. Thanks to generous public support, these iconic boxes have raised more than £13 million in donations.
We’re looking for friendly, reliable volunteers to join our network of Sooty Box collectors. In this flexible role, you’ll help place new boxes and collect and bank donations from Sooty Boxes in local shops, cafés and other businesses in your area. Whether you volunteer on your own, with a friend or as part of a group, you’ll be making a real difference in your community.
You can give as much or as little time as you like and fit the role around your other commitments.
Please note: Volunteers are expected to use their own transport and ideally should have access to a car. Mileage or public transport costs will be reimbursed.
How often will I be needed?
Key requirements
Who this opportunity will suit
Minimum age
What skills and experience are needed?
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We are looking for a volunteer to support our ESOL classes on Tuesdays (10:45am–4:45pm) and Wednesdays (10:30am–1:30pm). You can volunteer for one of the days or help cover both sessions. Your support would make a real difference in helping learners build their English skills and confidence, and volunteers are a valued part of our classes.
How will I be ending homelessness?
Our Learning and Skills offer focuses on 5 key areas that we believe will help members to leave homelessness for good. These are English, finance, digital inclusion, employment and enterprise and business. As a Learning and Skills Assistant, you will be supporting our tutors and Learning and Skills Mentors to deliver a package of learning to meet outcomes identified by Lead Workers in members progression plans.
Tasks you will support with include:
· Planning
o Sharing any thoughts and ideas you have as part of the planning for a session
o Support with preparing resources for the session/setting up/tidying up any equipment and materials
· Delivery
o Creating a safe, welcome and non-judgemental learning space
o With direction from the tutor/Learning and Skills Mentor, supporting members within the group to increase both their knowledge and confidence on how that learning can be applied to support them in managing a home
o Supporting tutors and mentors with managing the group, and feeding back any concerns you have
You will work closely with the tutor/ mentor who will understand the needs and learning outcomes required for the session.
To be successful in this role we are looking for someone who:
· Is interested in the above subjects. Some subject knowledge would be beneficial, but the session will be led by the tutor/mentor
· Has the skills and confidence to support learners effectively, understand different learning needs and making individuals feel comfortable in the learning space
· Is empathetic and compassionate to the needs of those experiencing homelessness
· Is able to communicate well with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds including those who have a range of needs (for example mental health and substance misuse) and who may have English as a second language.
· Is a good listener and patient
· Understands the importance of keeping an individual’s personal information secure and private and working within the boundaries of the role to keep everyone safe
· Is passionate about standing with Crisis and our members to end homelessness.
If you have experience learning a second or third language, this can be particularly helpful in supporting our learners and understanding the challenges they may face. There may also be opportunities to develop your own presentation and facilitation skills, including leading or presenting parts of a session if this is something you would like to try.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Be part of an unforgettable day of adventure, achievement and community spirit at Slieve Donard. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to support and cheer on participants taking part in the Slieve Donard Trek a fully guided 11km hike climbing 840 metres over 5–8 hours.
Our participants will push themselves all the way to the summit of Northern Ireland’s highest mountain and we are asking you to help support us on the day.
Your role will include either helping set up and wish walkers good luck as they head off on their journey on the morning slot Or welcoming trekkers back down the mountain, congratulating them on their incredible achievement and helping to create a warm, supportive and uplifting atmosphere at the finish area in the afternoon slot.
About Mencap
Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose.
We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.
Empower individuals with learning disabilities and autism to reach their full potential and lead the lives they choose.
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OVERALL PURPOSE OF ROLE
MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Using the voluntary working practices, policies, procedures and values set by Alex TLC, work with paid staff to ensure the charity shop business is run accordingly.
Work to the high standards expected at all Alex TLC shop premises according to the requests of the Shop Manager.
Work as a team member, taking full responsibility for all shop duties undertaken.
Participate in all training and legislative checks required by Alex TLC, statutory and specific to role.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES (INTERNAL & EXTERNAL)
Maintain excellent levels of customer service (remembering customer service extends to colleagues and service providers, as well as customers), going above and beyond where possible.
TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Expert knowledge of the safe and correct use of all equipment used in the day to day running of the charity shop, for example the till, steamer, pricing equipment. Training is provided.
OTHER FEATURES OF JOB
Hours of work are according to those agreed between yourself and the Shop Manager.
Opportunity for paid employment in our charity shops.
Opportunity to attend the Alex TLC Community Weekend and meet sufferers of leukodystrophy and their families. Volunteers assist in the running of activities during the Weekend and attend the social events included.
LOCATION
South East London Alex TLC charity shop premises.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
DESIRABLE:
· GCSE, ‘O’ Level or equivalent Mathematics and English Language
· customer service
EXPERIENCE
DESIRABLE:
· Willingness to learn about leukodystrophy and the challenges our beneficiairies face
· charity shop or other retail
WORK BASED COMPETENCIES
DESIRABLE:
· Good customer service skills
· Good telephone skills
· Good writing skill
· Good numerical ability
· Good organisational ability
· Flair for display
· Computer literacy
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
ESSENTIAL:
· Motivated
· Honest
· Committed
· Ability to work in a team
DESIRABLE:
· Enthusiastic
· Articulate
· Calm under pressure
· Methodical
· Resourceful
· Commercial acumen
We are only able to accept applications from UK residents.
Our Mission is to support anyone affected by leukodystrophy, support research, raise awareness and improve best practice within healthcare systems.



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Help cats in the Glasgow area and beyond!
As a charity we can help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations from our supporters. Raising funds is a key role in our charity, helping to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need.
As a fundraising volunteer, we will support you every step of the way to ensure your time at Cats Protection is a positive and rewarding one. Whatever time you can give really does make a big difference We have lots of exciting activities to choose from for example attending a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, handling administrative tasks, or contributing to the development of new fundraising ideas. Whatever your skill set, this role could be perfect for you!
It is a flexible role, you have the choice to be involved in the following:
o face-to-face fundraising – organising or helping with fundraising events, attending supermarket collections and monitoring collection boxes.
o online fundraising – assisting with online appeals, increasing social media engagement to maximise funds raised.
o bringing new ideas! - We always love to come up with new ideas to raise funds for cats and we’d love to help bring yours to life.
o engaging with your local branch and Fundraising Hub and feeling like an integral part of the team.
You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge though Cats Protection’s learn online system, providing you with the skills to thrive as a fundraiser. You’ll also have the chance to meet new people and be part of a dedicated team of volunteers.
Money raised by our volunteers enables us to put cats first. Cats are at the centre of all we do. We care for them, ensure their welfare, and help others to understand and better support them.
We're looking for someone with:
o Sympathy to cats and our values
o Happy to be part of a team of dedicated volunteers and employees.
o Flexible and adaptable to different events/activities
o Open to new ideas and ways of fundraising
o Good communication and team player
Our Fundraising Volunteer roles are very flexible, often certain times of the year are busier than others. You can choose your level of involvement to suit your schedule!
At Cats Protection we believe our volunteers should be happy and confident in their roles. We provide support and guidance from our National Cat Centre and through our regional and local volunteer groups and teams. We offer engaging online and face-to-face training, expenses and have policies and processes to help volunteers get the most out of their time with us.
The wellbeing of our people is important and at Cats Protection we are committed to safeguarding children, adults at risk and all those that we encounter as part of our activities.
Thank you for your support and sharing in this commitment and for everything you will do during your time with Cats Protection!
Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Job Description
We are looking for a Volunteer Creative Visual Designer to help create engaging visual content that supports our campaigns, fundraising and awareness work.
You will design graphics and visual materials that communicate important messages clearly and responsibly. This includes creating visuals for social media, digital campaigns and community engagement initiatives.
You will work with the Digital Marketing Director and Digital Marketing teams to produce creative designs that help communicate our mission and build trust with our audience.
This role focuses on creative design, visual storytelling and supporting digital campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
What We’re Looking For
What You’ll Gain
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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About Us
Influential Stars is a purpose driven platform connecting creators, supporters, and causes through exclusive experiences and campaigns that raise funds for UK charitable organisations. We are a growing team committed to delivering meaningful impact through professionally managed experiences.
Our Story
Influential Stars was founded by Lisa Connell, who is living with an inoperable brain tumour and has spent many years raising awareness and support for UK causes. The platform was created from a deeply personal belief that influence, connection, and community can be powerful forces for good when brought together in the right way.
Volunteers play a vital role in helping turn that vision into real world impact, enabling experiences that raise funds, create joy for winners, and support charitable organisations across the UK.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced, confident, and creative Volunteer Senior Social Media Manager to take ownership of Influential Stars’ social media presence across multiple platforms.
This is a hands-on role for someone capable of planning, creating, and scheduling purposeful content that raises awareness, builds community engagement, and supports campaigns across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and grow Influential Stars’ social media presence across platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn
Plan, create, and schedule consistent content aligned with the organisation’s mission and tone of voice
Develop content that inspires awareness, connection, and positive action
Share stories, campaigns, and updates in a sensitive and engaging way
Maintain content calendars and scheduling systems
Monitor engagement and respond appropriately where required
Coordinate with internal team members to ensure accurate and timely messaging
Maintain brand consistency across all channels
Stay informed about platform trends and opportunities to increase reach
Skills and Experience Required
Essential:
Proven experience managing social media across multiple platforms
Strong understanding of engagement and awareness driven content
Excellent written communication skills and attention to tone
Confidence working independently and taking ownership of output
Strong organisational skills and ability to manage content schedules
Proactive, reliable, and professional approach
Genuine connection to the organisation’s mission and values
Desirable:
Experience managing accounts for charities, community organisations, or purpose led brands
Familiarity with social media scheduling tools and analytics
Experience working remotely within a team
Based in London or Hertfordshire for occasional in person meetings (not essential)
Working Arrangement
Fully remote position
Flexible working hours depending on organisational needs
Workload may vary as campaigns increase
Occasional (optional) in person team meetings
Why Volunteer With Us
Play a key role in shaping how a purpose driven platform communicates with the public
Help amplify campaigns that support charities and individuals facing difficult circumstances
Gain valuable senior level experience and portfolio visibility
Join a mission driven organisation at an exciting stage of growth
Flexible volunteering that can fit around other commitments
Opportunity to contribute creatively while making a meaningful difference
Although this is currently a volunteer position, Influential Stars is actively working to grow the platform with the long term aim of creating paid roles. While we are unable to provide a timeframe and future opportunities will depend on the organisation’s growth and incoming work, this role offers the chance to be part of that journey from an early stage.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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Volunteer Role: Marketing & Fundraising Campaign Specialist
Reports to: Service Manager.
Position: Volunteer.
Location: Remote (UK-based preferred)
Time Commitment: Flexible – approx. 3–6 hours per week
About Say Aphasia
Say Aphasia is a charity supporting people living with aphasia—a language and
communication disability that can affect a person’s ability to speak, understand, read, or
write, often caused by stroke or brain injury. Our local support groups offer a safe,
welcoming environment where people with aphasia and their families can connect, share,
and support one another.
Role Overview
We are seeking a volunteer marketing expert to help design and deliver creative
marketing strategies that strengthen our fundraising campaigns. Your expertise will help
us reach new supporters, increase donations, and grow our impact.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in marketing, digital campaigns, brand
strategy, or fundraising communications who wants to apply their skills to a
meaningful cause.
Key Responsibilities
● Develop marketing strategies to support fundraising campaigns
● Help plan and launch digital fundraising campaigns
● Advise on branding and messaging to inspire donations
● Support social media and email marketing strategies
● Identify opportunities for partnerships and sponsorships
● Analyse campaign performance and suggest improvements
● Collaborate with the Say Aphasia team to ensure communications are accessible
and inclusive
Skills & Experience
We are looking for someone with:
● Professional experience in marketing, digital marketing, or fundraising
campaigns
● Strong understanding of social media marketing and audience engagement
● Experience with campaign strategy, storytelling, or brand positioning
● Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and simply
● An interest in health, disability advocacy, or community organisations
What You’ll Gain
● The opportunity to use your professional expertise to support people with aphasia
● Experience working with a mission-driven organisation
● Flexibility to contribute remotely
● Recognition and references for your contribution
● The chance to help shape impactful campaigns that raise awareness and funds
How to Apply
Please send a short message about why you’re interested
in volunteering, and we’ll be in touch.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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URBAN YOUTH — REMOTE VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR OUR LAUNCH CREW
Help build a street‑level movement from behind the scenes.
Urban Youth is a brand new start‑up charity bringing street-based youth work, pop-ups, and high‑energy support to young people across London. We’re taking over unused spaces, showing up where teens actually are, and building fast, flexible provision that feels more like a drop than a service.
But before we hit the streets, we need a remote crew — the architects, organisers, creatives, and problem-solvers who can help us get launch‑ready.
If you want to be part of something bold from day one, this is your moment.
Join the Remote Founding Team
These roles are perfect for people who want to contribute from home, around work, study, or life. No long-term commitment, just meaningful, high-impact tasks that help us get Urban Youth off the ground.
We’re looking for:
Admin & Operations Support Help us build the systems, processes, and foundations that keep a start-up charity running smoothly.
Research & Development Volunteers Map youth needs, explore unused spaces, identify partners, and help shape our early strategy.
Digital Creatives Designers, editors, content creators, help us craft the Urban Youth look, feel, and voice.
Communications & Social Media Support Help us build our online presence, write copy, schedule posts, and amplify our mission.
Fundraising & Bid Support Assist with research, drafting, and shaping early funding applications to fuel our launch.
Project & Planning Assistants Work with our leadership team to organise tasks, timelines, and launch milestones.
Why Volunteer Remotely With Urban Youth?
Because you’ll be part of the origin story — the team that existed before the pop-ups, before the street teams, before the noise.
You’ll help create:
The systems that make our street work possible
The brand identity young people will recognise
The strategy that guides our first year
The momentum that turns an idea into a movement
Volunteering with us means:
Flexible, remote tasks
Short-term, high-impact opportunities
Being part of a founding crew
Real influence on how Urban Youth takes shape
A chance to build something meaningful for young people who need it most
If you’ve ever wanted to help build a charity from the ground up — this is your chance.
Urban Youth is gearing up for launch. We need remote volunteers who can bring energy, creativity, and commitment from wherever they are.
Apply now and join the behind‑the‑scenes crew powering our launch.
To empower London’s youth through agile, short-term opportunities that build skills, social capital, and confidence via a radical, volunteer led model
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We are looking for a friendly, patient, female volunteer to befriend a lovely lady in Maidenhead. On cosy days in, she loves to have a chat, listen to music, paint her nails or a do a jigsaw puzzle. When feeling up to it, she would love to be taken in her wheelchair to her favourite treat, McDonalds.
She takes a little while to warm up to new people, so can sometimes display behaviours which may come across as challenging, such as making short, sharp noises. It would be great if her new volunteer has some experience with this or is someone who isn’t fazed easily. It’s important to know that her care team would always be a helping hand away, and that her not-so-secret kryptonite is chocolate!
Please note this person’s residence have a pet cat.
We offer a lifelong befriending service for adults with learning disabilities. Matching the skills and interests of passionate visitors with the specific hobbies and interests of the people we visit. Visitors visit six times a year to create a 1-2-1 connection, offer companionship, encourage people to do the things they enjoy and check-in on their wellbeing. In many cases, the visitor is the only person in someone’s life who isn’t paid to be there for them.
This is a Stop and stay, let’s get busy visitor role which means the person you will be visiting can communicate actively with you and take part in choosing or planning activities. As you get to know each our you may choose to ‘go out’ either with or without support from the staff that supports the person you visit. Your volunteer manager will be happy to help you with ideas and suggestions for things you can do. Visits will vary in length but tends to be around an hour or longer, depending on what you do.
In this role you will spend quality time with the person you visit and could do a range of different activities like:
• Sitting and having a chat
• Checking in on their well- being
• Going out to a local café/pub for a meal/drink
• Enjoying a walk
• A craft activity at home
• Reading a book/magazine together
As a Mencap volunteer visitor you will be:
- Friendly and approachable
- Accepting of others who might be different to yourself
- Reliable and patient
- Passionate about supporting people with a with a learning disability.
As a Mencap visitor you will:
- Have the opportunity to help make a difference to the life of the person you visit
- Receive a personalised volunteer induction and training
- Have agreed out of pocket expenses reimbursed
- Meet new people
- Get on-going support, and feel appreciated and valued
About Mencap
Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose. We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.
Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.
Empower individuals with learning disabilities and autism to reach their full potential and lead the lives they choose.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.