Rossendale - Older People's Service

Olive House Homes for Older People – Arts and Crafts Assistant

New Line, Bacup, OL13 0BY

Overview

Older people services operates using quality services which are provided in a safe way for all residents.

Our core purpose is to provide high quality competitive, and person centred residential and day time support for the people of Lancashire.

Support from a Volunteer can help make a difference in someone's life, even if it's just a smile.

 Tasks

As an Arts and Crafts volunteer you will be encouraged to act as a friend to residents and assist them to partake in small group activities within and around the home or share your hobby/ interest to create a new group for a small number of older people. Activities may include:-

• Encourage individuals to participate in 1:1 and group arts and crafts activities
• Games

• Arts and crafts

  Sessions are held during the day, evenings, weekends and special occasions. Specific days/ times can be arranged with Olive House upon enquiry. 

Personal Qualities

Arts and Craft volunteers need to:

• Be good communicators
• Be committed
• Be patient
• Adhere to confidentiality guidelines

• Be friendly and approachable

  Volunteers will also be provided with relevant training required for this role.

To apply - click the 'Fill in an application' button on the right of this screen.