Support at Home Volunteer (Peterborough)

For people recovering from illness, or who are facing a recent diagnosis, being able to stay in their own home can make all the difference.

Our Support at Home Volunteers help with shopping, getting to appointments or checking in with a phone call. Spread the power of kindness with us and help make a difficult and distressing time a little bit easier.

You will volunteer in the community, based at Peterborough 7 day discharge service & Support at Home Peterborough PE1 1YX

The service operates from 10am - 6pm.

We would like you to volunteer:

On a regular basis, weekly 2-3 hours per week minimum.

Have held a driving licence for at least 2 years which allows you to drive in the UK and have access to your own vehicle.

Live within the Peterborough area.

Have good conversational and communication skills.

Are available to undertake approximately 11 hours of required e-learning modules and Zoom training sessions in the first few months of volunteering plus other plus further developmental service specific trainings as required.

Willingness to commit to a minimum of six months volunteering after training.

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must undergo an Enhanced with Adults barred Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Health and Safety Statement

We take an individual approach to ensuring your safety.

We may ask you to complete a simple risk assessment and will also have a conversation with you to discuss and identify any adjustments you may need.

Diversity

Diversity is something we celebrate. We want you to be able to bring your authentic self to the Red Cross and feel that you belong. We want to create an inclusive environment, and promote and spread the power of kindness. As part of creating an inclusive space we have an expenses policy that prioritises volunteers not being out of pocket for expenses linked to your role. If up front costs are difficult, you can speak to your volunteering manager about this to find alternatives.
We welcome refugees, asylum seekers and others currently in the UK to volunteer with us.
We want volunteering to be accessible to everyone.

If you have any questions before applying, please contact us at volunteerrecruitment@redcross.org.uk