Home Library Service Volunteer - Eastleigh
The Home Library Service delivers books to people who find it difficult to get to the local library due to health or mobility issues or carer commitments.
Description of the role:
* Library volunteers support the Home Library Service by selecting and delivering material to local customers. Volunteers will usually select, deliver and return books for between 2 and 5 customers on a monthly basis.
* The role includes some lifting and carrying of library material. Instruction in basic manual handling techniques is given to all volunteers.
* We ask that all our volunteers are able to commit to a minimum of one visit per month for at least 2 customers. The date and time of the visit will be agreed between the volunteer and the customer.
* In order to fulfil our duty to check the Right to Work, you must provide an original version of a Passport, UK Residence Permit or Home Immigration Status document.
* The role requires a DBS check to be completed online. Once appointed, a head and shoulders photograph needs to be provided so that an identification card can be issued and worn by the volunteer when carrying out the role. The card remains the property of Hampshire County Council and must be returned on request.
* Volunteers using their car as part of their role will need to have a valid driving licence and appropriate insurance subject to annual checks.
* Reasonable travel expenses are reimbursed but must be agreed in advance with the local library management team.
* Good friendships have been formed out of this service and we hope that will be your experience too.
All applicants must be aged 18 or over.
Skills
* An ability to relate to older and/or disabled people
* An interest in reading is desirable but not essential
* A basic level of IT including using email
* A warm, friendly and approachable manner
* Good communication and listening skills
* Able to work as part of a team
* A reasonable level of fitness
* Ability to drive with access to own car is of benefit but not essential
* Accessibility
Not guaranteed as you will be visiting customers in their homes
* Age restrictions
18+
* Health and Safety Policy
* Ongoing support
* Training provided
* Volunteers covered by insurance
When can I volunteer?
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Location
Eastleigh Library
The Swan Centre
Eastleigh
Hampshire
SO50 5SF
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