Centre Workshop Volunteer
Help Someone Rebuild Their Life After Brain Injury – Centre Workshop Volunteer
Headway Surrey is looking for friendly, caring and reliable volunteers to support adults with acquired and traumatic brain injury at our Centre Workshops in Guildford.
Our workshops help people rebuild confidence, relearn everyday skills and develop strategies to manage challenges with memory, communication, planning, organisation and independence.
What you’ll do
Working alongside our experienced Reablement Coordinators, you will:
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Support clients one-to-one with activities and cognitive exercises
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Help with group workshops, discussions and social activities
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Encourage conversation, confidence and independence
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Join in with board games, cards and creative sessions
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Offer patience, encouragement and a listening ear
No previous brain injury experience is needed — training and support are provided.
Who we’re looking for
You’ll be:
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Friendly, caring and empathetic
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A good listener and communicator
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Comfortable supporting people one-to-one and in groups
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Reliable and able to make a regular commitment
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Respectful of confidentiality
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Keen to learn and be part of a welcoming team
When?
Tuesdays and/or Thursdays
Choose a session that suits you:
10.00am–2.30pm – Full session
10.00am–1.00pm – Morning
1.00pm–2.30pm – Afternoon
We ideally ask for a commitment of around six months or longer, although university holiday placements may also be considered.
Not sure yet? Come along for a trial session and see whether it’s right for you.
What you’ll gain
You’ll make a genuine difference while gaining valuable experience in brain injury support, rehabilitation, communication and working with adults with additional needs.
You’ll also become part of a friendly, supportive team where your time and contribution are genuinely valued.
Location
Headway Surrey
Headway House
21 North Road
Stoughton
Guildford
Surrey GU2 9PU
Mission Statement
Headway Surrey exists to support adults affected by acquired and traumatic brain injury, together with their families and carers, to rebuild their lives and move forward with greater confidence and independence.
We provide specialist, practical and person-centred support that helps people understand the effects of brain injury, relearn skills, develop strategies for everyday life and achieve the goals that matter to them. Through reablement, counselling, group activities, information, advice and support for families and carers, we aim to reduce isolation, improve wellbeing and help people live as independently and fully as possible.
Our mission is to ensure that no one in Surrey has to face the challenges of brain injury alone.
