Session Assistant

Opportunity by Loughborough Wellbeing Centre
Location Loughborough Wellbeing Centre, Woodgate, Loughborough, UK

We require the support of volunteers to assist with getting to know and talking to café members and being a listening ear for any worries or concerns they have, and also ensuring they stay safe during any activities. A maximum of 2.5 hrs per session is required.

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About this role

Responsibilities:

·       Deliver and maintain a high standard of customer care.

·       Work under the direction of the session leader to help with activities.

·       Provide a safe, fun place to be with others – learn new social skills and the chance to try activities they may not get to at home.

·       Comply with Health and Safety policy.

·       Follow, adopt and demonstrate the values of our charity.

·       Represent the Wellbeing Café in a professional and calming manner.

·       Identify visitor needs and assist with offering a solution and advice about our services.

When you can volunteer

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridaySaturdaySunday
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Requirements

  • Willing to take a DBS Check
  • Age restrictions
  • Accepts ex/offenders

Personal Skills:
• Be friendly and approachable – be willing to engage with café members and provide a listening, empathic ear to any problems they want to talk about.
• To be able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• To have a willingness to learn
• To be able to understand and follow procedures
• To have some experience in working with the public (either paid or voluntary).
• Demonstrate professionalism
• Show confidence when dealing with the public.
• To attend at least one session per week.
• Some experience with vulnerable people would be an advantage but not essential.

Location

Location Loughborough Wellbeing Centre, Woodgate, Loughborough, UK

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