About this volunteer role
Accountable to: Volunteer Co-ordinator
Accountable for: None
Function: To organise and facilitate newspaper and book readings at the Centre.
Key tasks: Responsible for all aspects of organising each session and setting up the room where the activity will take place. Collect variety of newspapers to read (to be decided by collaboration with the group), to read through articles of interest to people in the group. Contribute ideas towards the overall activities programme. If you enjoy reading papers and magazines, are happy to read aloud and like the idea that you will be making a real difference to people’s lives, this is the ideal opportunity for you.
Key skills, experience and attributes required: Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work without close supervision where appropriate. Reliable, confident and responsible individuals, with enthusiasm and effective interpersonal skills. A good team player, with effective communication skills. Have an interest in working with people who have a variety of abilities. Must be sensitive and understanding of the needs of people who have sight loss.
Special requirements: Clear and loud speaking voice in order to be heard by all taking part. A willingness to work in an environment with guide dogs. References and a Criminal Records Bureau check will be required for all volunteer roles.
Benefits to individuals of performing the role: Develop organisational and communication skills. Gain knowledge and experience of the care sector and dealing with people with sight loss. Opportunity for social contact and interaction with others. Gain experience of facilitating and developing activities. Opportunity to work within a professional environment whilst making a positive difference to the lives of our service users
Further information
It is expected that all volunteers:
- Undertake their volunteering in accordance with the values of the charity. These values promote respect of service users recognising their skills and entitlement to choice and independence.
- Adhere to Pocklington’s volunteering policy and support the principles outlined in the organisation’s equality and diversity policy.
- Attend any training required to support their health and safety and the effective undertaking of their volunteering.
For further information on this volunteer opportunity, please contact the Volunteer and Activities Co-ordinator at Pocklington Court on 020 8789 1893 for an informal discussion.
For further information on Pocklington Court, please visit our Housing, care and support pages.
Registering an interest
To register an interest in this volunteering opportuntity, please complete our online volunteer registration form in the first instance. Once we have received and reviewed your application, we'll contact you to progress your application further.
If you require a copy of the registration form in an alternative format, or require any further assistance, please contact the Volunteering Team.
