Small Group Leader Volunteer - Worthing, United Kingdom - Guild Care

Guild Care
Guild Care
Verified Company
Worthing, United Kingdom

1 month ago

Tom O´Connor

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Description
Creating Connections is a new and exciting prevention service for those aged 65 and over. It aims to reduce loneliness and isolation in Worthing through companionship, shared interests, and community participation.


As a small group leader, you will lead group activity sessions in your chosen talent or expertise This might include music, arts and crafts, decorating cakes, gardening, dancing, light exercise classes etc.


This will include:

  • Welcoming and introducing yourself and others to the group.
  • Leading an activity.
  • Liaising with venue staff regarding any issues with the environment.
  • Communicating key messages to the group (future times /dates/activities etc).
  • Opening and closing the session.
  • Setting up and clearing up.
We are looking for friendly, open and reliable people who:
Are welcoming (especially to people who may be less confident about attending a group for a first time or entering a room when they don't know anyone.

Honest and reliable.

Planning and organisational skills, yet adaptable to fit with the needs of the audience.

Have great listening skills and an ability to communicate with a range of different people.

Can empathise with older people who are feeling lonely or isolated.

Have a non-judgemental attitude and is accepting of people's differences.

Have some knowledge of local services in Worthing area.

Can role model our Values, maintain confidentiality and comply with appropriate policies.

Ability to join a group on a regular basis.

Can provide satisfactory DBS Check.

  • We understand that volunteers may have strengths and interests in different areas, and we have therefore indicated below a range of tasks and activities volunteers could be expected to assist with and support within this role._

Job Types:
Part-time, Volunteer


Work Location:
One location


Reference ID:
Small Group Leader
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