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Thank you for your interest in volunteering for Tŷ Hafan and taking the first steps in helping us to make a short life, a full life.
Our current Volunteer roles are outlined below. There is a huge range of ways you can volunteer for Tŷ Hafan, and it really doesn’t matter how much time you give. Every hour is precious and gratefully received.
Applying
Once you have found a role you like the sound of, you can apply by clicking the "fill in an application" button within the role description.
If you’re unsure about which role suits you best or if you’re currently short on time to complete an application form, you can express your interest in volunteering by filling out a brief form Here
If you are interested in a particular role, but would like to try it out before you commit to applying, please email volunteering@tyhafan.org or call 02920 532 254. We'll set up a trial or shadowing opportunity for you.
We warmly welcome applications from individuals with disabilities, diverse cultural backgrounds, and all walks of life.
Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the informal chat for your chosen role, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.
Overseas Applications
Please note, while we at Tŷ Hafan pride ourselves on being inclusive of all individuals who wish to volunteer, we are not currently a sponsor license holder so we are not able to support any overseas VISA applications.
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Maintenance Volunteer / Grounds Person
Fix it Forward – Join Tŷ Hafan’s Maintenance Team!
Our Hospice and Head Office buildings and surrounding grounds require regular upkeep to ensure a comfortable and pleasant environment for the children and families who use our services.
Maintenance Volunteers and Grounds Volunteers play a crucial role in this, by offering their skills and time to help with various tasks.
Considerations:
Age requirement: 18+
Location: Tŷ Hafan, Hayes Road, Sully, CF64 5XX
Time Commitment: Flexible (min 2 hours per week desirable, Mon-Fri)
Background checks: we will ask for the details of two referees and an Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
Skills you will need:
• Attention to detail;
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently;
• A sound knowledge of health and safety, with respect for yourself, others and the environment;
• A sincere understanding of the sensitive nature of volunteering in a Hospice setting;
• Experience in a relevant trade is desirable but not essential as full training will be given;
• Be fit & healthy.
Click here to view a full role description
Activities include:
Maintenance Volunteer:
- Minor repairs, such as, assembling desks together, pictures on walls, erecting shelving;
• Painting internally and externally;
Grounds Person
• Litter picking;
• Sweeping all external areas and clearing moss debris of pathways to ensure that they are safe;
• Clear and cleaning of bin stores;
•Jet washing of external areas, to include pathways, and ground areas;
• Washing of all external PVC to areas to Head Office;
•Clean all signage so that they are visible.
Ready to apply?
Click here to fill in an application form on your laptop/pc
Click here to complete an application form on your mobile phone/tablet
This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.
Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.
Gardening Volunteer (Hospice)
Dig In and Make a Difference! Cultivate kindness as a Volunteer Gardener.
As a Volunteer Gardener, you will help maintain our beautiful Hospice gardens, where we provide palliative care and support for children with life-shortening conditions.
Gardening is not only a rewarding hobby, but also a therapeutic activity that can bring joy and comfort to those who need it the most. Join our team of compassionate and dedicated volunteers today, and help us create a green oasis for the children and families in our care.
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Considerations:
Minimum age requirement: 18
Location: Ty Hafan, Hayes Road, Sully, CF64 5XX
Background checks: we will ask for the details of two referees and a Standard DBS check is required for this role.
Due to the nature of the activities and current projects, we are looking for volunteers with skills, knowledge and experience of gardening, either as a profession or as a hobby.
Our Garden volunteers help out on a Monday, Wednesday and/or Friday each week
We are looking for volunteers with:
• Gardening experience, either as a profession or a hobby;
• A passion for gardening and a willingness to share skills and knowledge;
• A friendly and approachable personality;
• A good team player who can also confidently work independently;
• A sound knowledge of health and safety, with respect for yourself, others and the environment;
• A sincere understanding of the sensitive nature of volunteering in a Hospice setting.
Activities include:
• General garden maintenance including weeding, planting and watering;
• Keeping grounds clean, tidy and presentable;
• Tending to our memorial garden;
• Project work such as our forest project;
• Using small gardening tools or larger equipment such as a leaf blower;
• Other ad-hoc tasks as and when required seasonally.
Ready to apply?
Click here to fill in an application form on your laptop/pc
Click here to complete an application form on your mobile phone/tablet
This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.
Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.
Hospice Receptionist
Welcome with Heart: The First Smile of Comfort
In this role, you will support our wider administration team with a variety of activities, including administration tasks and reception cover; as well as offering the first gesture of empathy and support to families during their most challenging times.
This opportunity is perfect for someone who wants to gain valuable office-based experience or someone who has office-based experience and is happy to donate their time to support our cause.
Considerations:
Location: Tŷ Hafan, Hayes Road, Sully, CF64 5XX
Age requirement: 18+
Schedule: Thursday AM/PM, Friday AM/PM
As a volunteer, you could be involved in various activities depending on your preferences, skills and experience, these include:
• Photocopying and printing documents
• Sorting and distributing mail
• Welcoming visitors
• Reception cover
• Responding to emails, phone calls and taking messages
• Support with project work
• Any other suitable ad-hoc administration tasks.
What type of person are we looking for?
• Flexible with a willingness to learn
• Enthusiastic and engaged team member
• Good communication skills, well organized
• Good accuracy and attention to detail
• Previous reception experience desirable but not required.
Here's what you can expect from our training programme:
Tŷ Hafan will provide you with a thorough induction and ongoing support.
Training will be a mixture of e-learning and in-person training, to include Safeguarding, GDPR, Equality and Diversity, Fire Safety and Manual Handling.
Our e-learning system is comprehensive, offering the opportunity to complete additional relevant training modules should you be interested in them.
The benefits of becoming a Volunteer Administrator/Receptionist:
• You will become part of the Tŷ Hafan team and family
• You can meet new people and make new friends
• You will gain personal satisfaction of giving back to the community and contributing towards Tŷ Hafan's purpose
• You can develop your communication, customer service and problem solving skills by interacting with diverse visitors and staff
• You can boost your CV - Professional reference if required after 3 months
• You will boost your confidence, self-esteem and well-being, by challenging yourself, gaining new experiences and receiving feedback and recognition for your work
• Most importantly - you will have fun, enjoy yourself and feel good about helping others!
Are you ready to join us as a volunteer?
Just click the “Fill in an application” button on the top of this page and complete a simple form.
We will ask you to provide us with the details of two referees and a Standard 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.
We can't wait to welcome you to the team!
This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.
Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.