Our Activity Support Volunteers support tutors and facilitators with the smooth running of the children and family activities. You will be allocated a task to supervise, support, but most importantly have fun during one off events at St. Luke’s.
- Build meaningful connections – Engage with a diverse range of people, hearing their stories and supporting them in a hands-on way.
- Develop valuable skills – Strengthen your communication and organisational abilities—great for both personal growth and your CV.
- Be part of a supportive community – Join a friendly team of volunteers and staff who are passionate about making a difference.
- A rewarding experience – Be part of a variety of different activities at our community centre, and meet lots of new local people.
- How to communicate effectively – Adapt your approach to support people with many different activities and events within the centre.
- How to provide a safe and welcoming space – Develop the skills to create an inclusive, encouraging environment.
- Patience and empathy – Strengthen your ability to support members with different needs, backgrounds and confidence levels.
Outline of Volunteering Duties
- To help with preparing and setting up of the activity spaces.
- To assist with welcoming attendees and supervision.
- To take the register.
- To support the tutor/facilitator with the art/craft/session/games/food and drinks serving
- To ensure the areas are clean, safe and tidy during and at the end of activities.
- To raise any concerns with staff and to act in accordance with the Volunteer Handbook and the Organisation’s Code of Conduct.
- To work effectively with St Luke’s staff and other volunteers to deliver a confidential service that is non-judgemental.
For more information:
Community Engagement and Volunteer Coordinator - hwillmott@slpt.org.uk
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