Social Activities Volunteer – Inpatient ward – St Nicholas Hospital

Our patients living with a mental illness often enjoy social engagement and our ward staff provide this in an array of activities such as walking and talking, board games, movies, quizzes etc, our volunteers play an integral part in this and volunteer alongside staff to offer patients therapeutic engagement.

We are looking for volunteers who are approachable, supportive, and sensitive to the needs of others.

Ideally, we are looking for someone who has an interest in helping people who are living with a mental illness and would love to make a difference.

The volunteer will be volunteering into a service for men aged 18 years and over with a mental illness who require assessment and treatment in hospital.

Time commitment: 6 months or more

Hours required: 1 session of 2–3 hours, Monday – Sunday

If this role appeals to you and you would like to register your interest, we would love to hear from you. Please email: volunteer@cntw.nhs.uk Quoting: Social Activities – SNH


Skills

We are looking for volunteers who are

  • approachable,
  • supportive,
  • sensitive to the needs of others.
  • Ideally, we are looking for someone who has an interest in helping people who are living with a mental illness and would love to make a difference.

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    Over 18
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
    We are also pleased to provide ongoing support alongside wellbeing and development sessions whilst volunteering within our Trust.
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 16/02/2026

End Date: 12/12/2027

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Afternoon Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Evening No No No No No No No

Location

St Nicholas Hospital
Jubilee Road,
Gosforth
Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne and Wear
NE3 3XT


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