Linen & Laundry Volunteer
Want to make a real difference behind the scenes? Help create a clean, comforting space for children and families at Tŷ Hafan!
As a Linen & Laundry Volunteer, you will be part of a supportive and friendly team that provides a clean, comfortable and safe environment for the children, families and staff at the hospice.
Your support helps families feel safe and cared for during the most challenging times
Considerations:
Over 18s Only
Time commitment can vary based on what you are able to do, but ideally, we would be looking for you to support for at least one half day per week.
We will ask you to provide us with the details of two referees and an Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
Tŷ Hafan will cover the costs of any background checks and we will contact you with details on completing a DBS, once your application is successful.
Reasonable mileage or public transport costs can be claimed for this role in line with Tŷ Hafan’s volunteer expenses guidance. Volunteers who wish to claim expenses must follow the agreed process and let the Volunteer Team know in advance. Receipts or proof of purchase must be provided when submitting claims.
As a volunteer, you could be involved in various activities depending on your preferences, skills and experience, these include:
• Keep our hospice fresh and welcoming
• Help with linen care and organisation
• Support the team with essential housekeeping tasks.
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What skills will you need?
You don't need any special skills to join us, just a positive attitude and a willingness to communicate and cooperate with others.
You will work with respect, compassion and sensitivity towards the children and families, as well as the staff and other volunteers.
Training you will receive:
• We will provide you with all the training you need to do your role safely and effectively, including:
• Manual handling
• Safeguarding
• Role specific training
• You will report any issues or concerns to the housekeeping supervisor or the volunteer coordinator.
At Tŷ Hafan our people values are working together, demonstrating compassion, providing excellent service and taking ownership.
We expect all colleagues and volunteers to behave with high levels of integrity and to represent our values as a core part of their role.
This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.
