Care Support Volunteer
The volunteer will be assisting the care team at Christopher's our children's hospice in Guildford. As an integral part of the team for a whole shift, the volunteer will help with washing, dressing, tidying bedrooms, laundry, babysitting for siblings, activities and outings and with hydrotherapy pool sessions.
What skills do I need?
Ideally a nursing or teaching background. Proactive and ability to help independently where necessary for a variety of tasks. Enthusiasm, flexibility and lots of energy. Friendly and approachable whilst maintaining boundaries and confidentiality. Available to help on a regular basis as least 3 x per month. If possible an ability to swim to assist with hydro sessions.
Posted for
Shooting Star
Interests
- Children
- Disability
- Health and Hospices
- Young People
Activities
- Community Support
- No specific activites
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
Minimum age 18 - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
Availability Details
7.30am-3pm Friday, Saturday or Sunday 2pm-9.30pm Friday or Saturday 3 shifts per month minimum so that the volunteer gets to know staff and can attend hand-over sessions. A commitment of at least one year if possible
Location
Old Portsmouth Road
Artington
Guildford
GU3 1LP
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