Volunteer Dance Class Facilitator
The Mulberry Centre
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated volunteer to lead gentle, inclusive dance classes designed for clients with a cancer diagnosis, their carers, and the bereaved. The classes will focus on low-impact movement through dance styles such as Bollywood, gentle Salsa, Bhangra, Medau, or similar, with the aim of promoting physical and emotional wellbeing in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated volunteer to lead gentle, inclusive dance classes designed for clients with a cancer diagnosis, their carers, and the bereaved. The classes will focus on low-impact movement through dance styles such as Bollywood, gentle Salsa, Bhangra, Medau, or similar, with the aim of promoting physical and emotional wellbeing in a supportive and non-judgmental environment. The facilitator will create an atmosphere of joy, connection, and empowerment, helping participants regain confidence, build strength, and enhance their overall health in a safe space. This role enables you to teach an activity that you are passionate about and to share that passion with others. Time Commitment – Regular weekly 1 hour slot plus some time for planning, follow up admin and feedback. Main Duties • To lead regular, inclusive dance sessions suitable for individuals affected by cancer, ensuring that the exercises are accessible and enjoyable for all fitness levels. • To develop and deliver engaging and adaptable dance routines, incorporating styles such as Bollywood, gentle Salsa, Bhangra, Medau, or other gentle dance forms, ensuring that routines are mindful of the physical needs and emotional sensitivities of participants. • To foster a welcoming, supportive atmosphere where participants feel safe to express themselves, encouraging their engagement and enjoyment. • To ensure all activities are conducted safely, providing modifications or alternatives for participants with varying levels of mobility or health conditions. Volunteer Specification • Experience in facilitating dance classes, particularly in gentle or low-impact dance styles (e.g., Bollywood, gentle Salsa, Bhangra, Medau,). Previous training in dance therapy or movement-based practices would be a plus. • Ability to work sensitively with individuals who have been affected by cancer, recognising the physical, emotional, and mental challenges they may be facing. • Ability to communicate clearly, motivate, and engage a diverse group of participants. • Ability to adapt the class based on the needs and abilities of participants, with a patient and flexible approach to teaching. • Understanding of the potential health considerations and limitations of people living with cancer, and the ability to provide adaptations or modifications when necessary. • A genuine passion for supporting people affected by cancer and a commitment to the charity’s values and mission. • A willingness to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if necessary. • Dance Therapy Training: Any formal training or qualifications in dance therapy, movement therapy, or a related field would be an advantage.
Entertainment,Teaching & Training
People Skills
Experience in facilitating dance classes, particularly in gentle or low-impact dance styles (e.g., Bollywood, gentle Salsa, Bhangra, Medau,). Previous training in dance therapy or movement-based practices would be a plus. • Ability to work sensitively with individuals who have been affected by cancer, recognising the physical, emotional, and mental challenges they may be facing. • Ability to communicate clearly, motivate, and engage a diverse group of participants. • Ability to adapt the class based on the needs and abilities of participants, with a patient and flexible approach to teaching. • Understanding of the potential health considerations and limitations of people living with cancer, and the ability to provide adaptations or modifications when necessary. • A genuine passion for supporting people affected by cancer and a commitment to the charity’s values and mission. • A willingness to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check if necessary. • Dance Therapy Training: Any formal training or qualifications in dance therapy, movement therapy, or a related field would be an advantage.
• You will be provided with an induction covering the objective of the role, the work of The Mulberry Centre, and its procedures and policies relevant for your volunteering role. • We will do our best to assist your volunteering role with us. This will include evaluation sessions and keeping you updated with all the relevant information on what support The Mulberry Centre offers. • Expenses are reimbursed for travel incurred to carry out your volunteering duties. The reimbursement of any other ‘out of pocket’ expenses is subject to prior approval by your Lead. • You will benefit from personal growth, and satisfaction, from making a positive difference in people's lives.
One hour weekly for the class plus a small amount of related preparation, admin and feedback time.
TW7 6AF
West Middlesex University Hospital Twickenham Road
Any bus to West Middlesex University Hospital
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