Shed Session Leader Volunteer
Princess Alice Hospice
Keen DIY-ers are urgently needed ideally on Mondays and Thursdays to help run the sessions in our Shed! Volunteers help ‘Shedders’ plan and safely work on their DIY projects, offer a listening ear, and ensure sessions run smoothly.
Getting the right support at the right time can make a world of difference. In the challenging times following a terminal diagnosis or the death of a loved one, the Hospice has a range of support available. The Shed provides an alternative to formal support, enabling ‘Shedders’ to spend time with others in similar situations while engaging in a purposeful activity, learning new skills and enjoying friendship and support along the way. The primary aim of the Shed is to be a place to talk with others about anything and everything. Volunteers also help ‘Shedders’ to plan and safely work on their DIY projects, and make sure sessions run smoothly. We’re looking for a Shed Session Leader Volunteers for all sessions but especially Mondays and Thursdays. This is a weekly commitment of 6 hours per week, you will commit to 2 sessions on 1 day per week. Sessions take place from 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm, with some time required to set up and leave the workshop tidy afterwards. You’ll enjoy helping and teaching other users, be comfortable supervising the safe use of equipment, and offer a listening ear to the attendees. Full training and support will be provided. You must be able to attend equipment training day on Tuesday 11 March. If you’re motivated by the idea of joining a community where your time will make a difference to those who have experienced bereavement, we’d like to hear from you!
Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Practical Work & DIY,General & Helping
Carpentry, People Skills
Have practical skills and experience e.g. carpentry, DIY that can be utilised in the Shed. Have great listening skills and an ability to respond sensitively and compassionately to people who may be distressed. Have good communication skills. Respect confidentiality at all times. Be organised, reliable and honest.
Set you up for success by providing training on bereavement support (including active listening skills and boundaries), the Shed equipment, health and safety processes and the opportunity to shadow another session. Send you our monthly volunteer e-newsletter with all the latest updates, information and invites to our social events and forums.
We’re looking for a Shed Session Leader Volunteers for all sessions but especially Mondays and Thursdays. This is a weekly commitment of 6 hours per week, you will commit to 2 sessions on 1 day per week. Sessions take place from 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm, with some time required to set up and leave the workshop tidy afterwards.
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Princess Alice Hospice, West End Lane
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