The role in a nutshell:
Share your time in one of our volunteer roles, either directly supporting or contributing to our Age UK Wigan Borough's work with and for people aged 50 and over who need us most. We'll share with you the volunteer roles currently available and you can select which one best matches how you'd like to give your time.
What will you be doing?
Depending on the volunteer role you select, you may become involved in:
* Enquiries & Signposting
* Bright Days Activities
* Handyperson Admin
* Information and Advice
* Fundraising
* or becoming a Music Champion
How would you be supported in this role?
In addition to providing you any relevant training for the role, we will also provide you with check-ins, a key contact or other functions to ensure you are best supported as a volunteer.
Why do we need volunteers in this role?
Age UK Wigan Borough involves volunteers in the delivery of our services and operations to help us reach as many older people in need of our services as possible. The time and talents volunteers offer play a vital role in the successful delivery of our charity's mission.
Additional information:
This opportunity is representative of a variety of volunteer roles within our organisation. Please let us know which service or role you are most interested in.
In engaging volunteers, we recognise the rights of the volunteer to:
* Know what is expected of them and to be given clear information.
* Have clearly specified lines of support and supervision.
* Be shown recognition and appreciation.
* Have safe working conditions.
* Be insured.
* Know what their rights and responsibilities are if something goes wrong.
* Be paid reasonable out of pocket expenses.
* Be trained and receive ongoing opportunities for learning and development.
* Be free from discrimination.
* Experience personal development through their participation as volunteers.
* Ask for a reference.
* Be consulted on decisions, which affect what they do.
* Withdraw from voluntary work.
We expect that volunteers will:
* Carry out their tasks in a way, which corresponds to the aims and values of Age UK Wigan Borough.
* Work within the guidelines and remits.
* Be reliable.
* Respect confidentiality and follow our confidentiality policy.
* Attend training applicable to placement and support sessions where agreed.
* Not discriminate against other volunteers, staff, users and others associated with Age UK Wigan Borough.
* Maintain the good name of Age UK Wigan Borough.
What skills, interests or experience might be helpful in this role?
After you've selected the role that most interests you, we can share what skills or interests may be of use.
To find out more please contact:
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Opportunity type
Community Services
Skills
None
Location
Age UK Wigan Borough 74-80 Hallgate Wigan, Greater Manchester WN1 1HP United Kingdom
Team
Volunteering
Division
Age UK Wigan Borough
How often do we need your help?
We will provide this information when you select the role of interest to you.
What is the minimum age to apply?
18