Volunteers

Position:

Location:

Responsible to:

Field of work:

• Caring for the elderly and vulnerable adults.
• Socialising and running activities for residents.

Would suit:

• Anyone looking to gain work experience in a caring, medical or charity environment.
• Someone wanting to make a direct difference to peoples’ lives and have contact with beneficiaries.
• Anyone who wants to do something worthwhile in their spare time.
• Anyone looking to learn new skills and experiences.
• People looking to develop confidence and communication skills.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• To follow physiotherapists' instructions regarding patients (e.g. helping patients walk, tidying up etc.).
• Chat to residents.
• Help organise and participate in activities and games.
• Make tea/coffee and assist residents.

Applicant requirements:

• Empathetic, caring and understanding individual.
• Patient individual with good listening skills.
• Individuals will be CRB checked.
• Reliable and punctual individual.
• Must be willing to travel to Lynwood Nursing and Residential Centre (next to Head Office).

Location:

Lynwood Nursing and Residential Centre, Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 0AJ.

Working Hours:

At least one day or a half day a week, during office hours (Mon – Fri).

Training:

On the job training and full time support will be provided.

Reimbursement of Expenses:

• Travel expenses to and from Lynwood.
• Any agreed by the Physiotherapy Department.

Please apply to Adam Hanrahan, National Volunteers Co-ordinator on 01344 294719 or email adam.hanrahan@ben.org.uk