Be the welcoming face of our hospice as a Volunteer Receptionist where your kindness and support will make a difference
As a volunteer, you will:
- Greet visitors warmly and professionally
- Receive postal deliveries
- Forward messages, notices or requests
- Answer phone calls
- Keep the reception area clean and tidy.
- Maintain confidentiality of patient details and records
- Assist with other tasks as required.
Your contribution will assist in streamlining daily duties to allow the hospice to operate smoothly, making a real difference for those in our care and the staff that support them.
Availability: Weekday evenings Time: 16:30 - 19:00
Criteria:
- Minimum 18 years of age
- A Criminal Record Check is required for this opportunity - Marie Curie will cover the cost of this.
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Volunteer - Receptionist - Newcastle Hospice - Marie Curie - Volunteers Careers
Skills
- Friendly, reliable and a positive attitude
- Courteous and helpful manner
- Comfortable talking to people from all walks of life
- Good at using computer programs - Email, Word and Excel
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Team spirit – enjoy contributing to a positive team dynamic
Details
- Accessibility
Limited disabled access to the reception desk. - Age restrictions
18+ only - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
Volunteer expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with our policy - Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
Please note training is a combination of online & face to face in the hospice. - Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 19/03/2026
End Date: 03/11/2027
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Availability Details
evenings from 4:30pm to 6:30pm
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