Ladies and Men's Shed Support Volunteer

We’re looking for friendly, creative volunteers to help make our weekly Ladies and Men’s Shed sessions welcoming and enjoyable for patients.

You’ll support activities, offer refreshments and conversation, and help create a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere while assisting staff with session set up.

Tuesdays, 1pm to 3.30pm | St Oswald’s Hospice, Gosforth

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys arts, crafts and meeting people.

In return, you’ll gain valuable experience, meet new people, be part of a supportive team and make a real difference lives of our patients. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

• Help staff set up the room and activity materials before each session.
• Welcome patients, offer refreshments and help people settle in.
•  Spend time with patients during activities, offering conversation, encouragement and practical help with the activities.
• Let Focus on Living staff know if someone may need extra support.
• Recording information on SystemOne.

Skills

• Able to help with setting up, activities and tidying away.
• Friendly, approachable and comfortable talking with patients.
• Able to follow staff guidance and work well as part of a team.
• Interested in creative, practical or social activities.
• Able to respect confidentiality and maintain appropriate boundaries.
• Basic IT confidence for using SystemOne, training will be provided.
• Organised and practical.
• Friendly, welcoming and approachable.
  • Patient, calm and understanding.
  • Reliable and able to offer a regular commitment.
  • Respectful, non-judgemental and able to maintain boundaries.
  • Comfortable supporting people who may be living with illness, change or
  uncertainty.
  • Interested in craft, practical or social activities.