Volunteer at The Claremont Project
Claremont project
We are seeking volunteers to support the daily operations of Claremont. This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to gain professional experience within a busy arts centre, make a difference within the community, engage with members and meet new people.
The Claremont Project is an arts and wellbeing charity based in Angel, Islington. We offer a range of classes, in arts and well-being for adults over the aged of 55. We are free to join and provide low-cost classes, particularly focused on engaging those who are isolated and lonely. We also provide a low-cost Psychotherapy service for Islington residents aged 18+. Please check out our website/socials for more information on what we do at Claremont: https://www.claremont-project.org The Claremont Project operates Monday to Friday 9-5. We are looking for volunteers who can commit to a 6-month program with flexible options; you may offer a morning, a afternoon, full day, or one or two days a week, based on your availability. The Volunteer role will include: Front of House and member engagement • Act as a friendly, welcoming front-of-house presence at Claremont, visible, present, and positive. • Quick to notice and respond to people entering the centre. • Answer questions about the programme and answer the telephone. Administration • Enter new member’s data quickly and accurately into our Customer Relationship Management System, produce membership cards, record and share accurate attendance data, take class payments. • Assist with administrative tasks related to Claremont (posters, producing materials for members). Centre/Activity Operations • Setting up/packing down classes, ensuring correct equipment is available for each class/activity. Key skills and requirements • This is a physical role that involves moving and setting up equipment, so a good level of physical fitness would be beneficial. • Strong interpersonal skills are essential to create a warm and positive environment for members and visitors. Person specification At Claremont it is important to attend the needs of members, helping with enquiries and problems where appropriate. Offering a level of practical and emotional support in reducing issues related to loneliness and isolation. The person for this role will be: • Age 18 or over. • Friendly, outgoing person who thrives in a busy environment. • Able to maintain confidentiality. • Confident, empathetic, open and approachable, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Flexible and reliable with the ability to commit to a six-month volunteer program with flexible options; you may offer a morning, a afternoon, full day or one to two days a week, based on your availability.
Administration,Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Community Work,General & Helping
Admin, Art & Craft, Basic IT skills - internet & email, Creative & Design, Organising & Planning
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Through this role you will gain experience and insight into the running of a dynamic community arts centre. With a large variety of classes and activities there is a great deal of opportunity to tailor your involvement to your particular interests. We offer the opportunity to lead your own workshops/ classes. This is a varied and rewarding role, offering the chance to increase confidence in a wide array of transferable skills.
Six-month volunteer program with flexible options; you may offer a morning, a afternoon, full day or one to two days a week, based on your availability.
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The Claremont Project 24 -27 White Lion Street
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