VOLUNTEER ROLE: Check in and Chat Volunteer

As people get older, some may find they spend more time on their own. This can sometimes feel lonely, boring and lacking in social interaction.

Our volunteer Check in and Chat service is for older people so they can enjoy chatting with someone over the phone, all from the comfort of their home with a weekly 30-minute chat at a time which suits both volunteer and older person.

You will be matched with a person who has similar interests to you.

As a Check in and Chat volunteer you can make a difference to the wellbeing of an older person's life.

Hours: 30 minutes a week at your convenience at an agreed time with your elderly telephone friend

Supported by: Befriending Team

Location: Surrey

Main Duties: Making time for a 30-minute call at a mutually agreed day and time each week. Being kind and respectful to your telephone friend. A commitment to volunteering with us for several months or longer Agreeing to our volunteer terms and conditions.

Personal Qualities: You enjoy a good phone call You have patience, empathy and understanding

Skills: Excellent listening skills Have empathy for older people The ability to value and respect others’ opinions and beliefs

References/ID: The role requires two references. Please provide a copy (or equivalent) of your photo-driving license (or equivalent) via scan/i-photo with your volunteer registration form via email to Volunteer Lead / Volunteer@ for minimal ID purposes.

To find out more, click on the "Fill in an Application" box and I will get back to you.

Debra

Clockhouse Community Centre -  Cafe Volunteer

Location: Chapel Lane, Milford, Godalming GU8 5EZ

The Clockhouse Community Centre is a social day centre, located in Milford, providing a range of activities for all ages including older people – we rely on the help of volunteers in these roles. You will be part of a friendly, welcoming team.

Note: all Volunteers have a Discount on food at the Clockhouse Cafe:

Times / Days Needed (pick the day(s) which suits you): 

Mondays – Kitchen (food prep & baking) – 11am – 2pm 
Tuesdays – Kitchen / Café – 11am – 2pm 
Thursday – Kitchen / Café (food prep & baking) – 11am – 2pm 
Fridays    – Kitchen / Café – 11am – 2pm 

Role Details:

As a Clockhouse Café Volunteer, you will  be part of a friendly team and will support the team in creating a warm, welcoming environment for our guests. You will be involved with food preparation and / or serve food and share a meal with our guests, encourage conversation and help clean up after the meal.  Ensuring food is served in a timely and consistent manner and in accordance with food hygiene requirements. You will receive full training on the job. Parking is free at the Community Centre and Milford mainline train station is walking distance.

Benefits:

You will have ongoing support and advice.
You have an opportunity to add skills to add to your CV and a reference if / when you need it.
The role offers the opportunity to meet a network of like-minded people. Volunteering in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere and is a fun, creative volunteer experience within a community led project.

Desirable Skills

Have bags of enthusiasm!
Follow all Age UK Surrey policies and procedures – including the volunteering requirements.
Follow all training you receive when registering with us.
Support The Clockhouse to fulfil its mission of nourishing communities with food and conversation.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Have a basic knowledge of food handling helpful or willingness to learn.
Able to take instruction and direction from the staff who will support you.
Ensure that all guests are greeted and served in a friendly manner.
Focused and positive attitude.
Desire to provide valuable skills and experience to a charitable organisation.
Willingness to consider additional tasks/responsibilities..

General:

Volunteers report to the Clockhouse Manager on site

A Basic DBS will be registered at no cost to you

You will be supported and guided by the staffing team

You will be invited to an online Induction with Age UK Surrey

Contact: volunteer@ageuksurrey.org.uk

Please click on the “Fill in an Application Form” box to register your interest

The Artventure Trust enables people with learning ,physical & mental disbilities to explore the visual arts.We aim to help vunerable people integrate into the community.

We operate from St Peters Comprehensive School in Merrow,Guildford on weekdays during term time.

Small  supervised groups attend our 'art workshops' and would really benefit from the assistance of a 'general helper' to chat,make teas & coffees , lend a hand where needed and be involved.

We are looking for someone who is patient,caring,friendly and open minded.No art skills are needed.

Ideally you would attend for a few hours each week on a regular basis.

Suitable for 16yrs+

Expenses paid

Accessible by Public Transport

Recruitment involves informal interview,references & DBS checking.

If you are interested or have any queries please contact us by completing the online application and Lyanne will contact you

(Guildford)

What we do…

At Care for Guildford, we operate a shopping service for local housebound residents, mostly older people, who are unable to shop for themselves,. This is only made possible thanks to our team of volunteer shoppers. During 2023, we helped an average of 13 clients living in and around the town, making over 600 shopping trips.

If you love helping others and want to make a difference in the lives of housebound people in your community, this role may suit you.

Volunteer Shopper Role Description

In this vital role you will, not only help clients stay independent and well by doing their shopping, but also enrich your own life with new experiences and friendships.

You will either go shopping for them or you may be asked to arrange and collect online orders and drop them off at their homes. You will be working with adults some of whom may be considered vulnerable, so a firm commitment to safeguarding is essential. You will need to agree to an enhanced DBS check for Adults with a request for a check against the barred lists. We will also need you to provide two references as part of our Safer Recruitment process.

A responsible and caring attitude is vital along with access to a vehicle.

You will receive mileage expenses based on the mileage that you travel from and back to your home at 45p per mile.

Location

The volunteering will take place within a 2 mile radius of Guildford town centre.

Volunteer Tasks and Responsibilities:

• happy to be contacted by our shopping co-ordinator regarding shopping requests we have received - all during weekday office hours.

• being courteous, friendly and professional at all times

• agreeing the shopping list with Client

• go shopping for a Client either in person or using online shopping facilities and drop the shopping off at the Clients home

• letting Care for Guildford know, as soon as possible, if you can no longer undertake a shopping request

• immediately feeding back any Safeguarding concerns to us

• cash handling in some cases with Clients who wish to pay for their shopping in this way

• keeping accurate records

• completing accurate expense claims, submitted on a regular basis.

Time Commitment

The time commitment varies depending on the needs of the person you are matched with and your availability. Generally, we ask for a minimum of one hour per week.

Volunteer Specification

We ask that volunteers are:

• caring, considerate, patient and understanding

• flexible, reliable and helpful

• confident in engaging with all kinds of people in a friendly manner

• motivated to help people

• mindful of infection control and good hygiene at all times

• able to comply with all policies and procedures in every aspect of the role

Recruitment, Support and Training

All volunteers will be asked to:

• participate in an interview with one of our Trustees

• agree to a DBS check being carried out by us

• participate in any training arranged by Care for Guildford

If you love shopping, want to help others, this role could be for you. Please click below to be taken to our online application form. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call our team on 01483 566635

As part of our Volunteer Team you will receive regular updates and training, opportunities to attend our events and be rewarded with the appreciation of our clients for whom this may be an essential lifeline.   

For monthly weekend lunches for older people: the Cook agrees the menu with the Lunch Coordinator, oversees the cooking and serving of the food and clears up the cooking area. The Food Preparation Assistants help the cook prepare the vegetables etc, serve the lunch and clear the cooking area.

Experience and enjoyment of cooking (particularly for the role of Cook), enjoys working as part of a team, enjoys company. Cooks must hold a food hygiene certificate (training for this will be provided by Farnham ASSIST, if necessary).

YOU DO NOT HAVE TO COMMIT TO ONCE A MONTH.  YOU WILL BE ON A ROTA WITH OTHER COOKS

For further information please follow the 'Fill in an application' link.

Farnham

As part of our Volunteer Team you will receive regular updates and training, opportunities to attend our events and be rewarded with the appreciation of our clients for whom this may be an essential lifeline.  All help gratefully received whether once a month or once a year.

Volunteers are needed to help at our monthly weekend lunches for older people.

You will assist with carrying the meals to the tables, clearing the tables, help with the washing up, and help clear up the dining room and the kitchen.

You should be able to work well in a team.

Applications from students (aged 14 and over) undertaking their Duke of Edinburgh Award would be welcome to apply.

For further information please follow the 'Fill in an application' link.

As part of our Volunteer Team you will receive regular updates and training, opportunities to attend our events and be rewarded with the appreciation of our clients for whom this may be an essential lifeline.  All our clients live within 3 miles of Farnham Town Centre.  Expenses will be offered for mileage.

Safeguarding training will be organised together with a DBS check.

For further information please follow the 'Fill in an application' link.

Visit a housebound elderly person at home regularly for a chat and a cup of tea. 

You will have a caring nature, be a good listener, enjoy chatting to people and are able to give time on a weekly basis.

For further information please follow the 'Fill in an application' link

What you’ll be doing
The Welcome Desk is the first point of contact for people coming into our service, so this role is all about creating a friendly, calm and organised environment from the moment someone arrives.

You’ll help people feel at ease, understand what’s available, and make sure everything runs smoothly at the front of house.

Tasks might include:

• Welcoming people as they arrive and signing them in
• Checking what support they might need that day
• Answering phone calls and passing on messages
• Supporting with basic admin tasks
• Helping create a calm and approachable front-of-house atmosphere

What we’re looking for:

• Someone warm, approachable and organised
• Comfortable talking to a range of people
• Able to stay calm if it gets busy
• Basic confidence with admin tasks (we’ll support you)

What you’ll get from it:

• Being a key part of how people experience the service
• Lots of varied interaction with people
• The chance to make people feel welcome and supported from the start

What you’ll be doing
As an Arts & Crafts Volunteer, you’ll help create a space where people can express themselves, try something new, and enjoy being creative.

You don’t need to be an expert — it’s about encouraging participation, sharing ideas, and helping people feel comfortable having a go.

Tasks might include:

• Supporting arts and crafts activities alongside staff
• Setting up and tidying away materials
• Chatting and encouraging people to get involved
• Sharing simple creative ideas or skills
• Helping create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere

What we’re looking for:

• Someone creative or happy to get involved in creative activities
• Friendly, patient and encouraging
• Comfortable supporting people at their own pace
• No formal experience needed

What you’ll get from it:

• A chance to be creative and have fun
• Meaningful interaction with the people we support
• Seeing the positive impact of creativity on wellbeing

Are you are keen to help local people living with Motor Neurone Disease in the Guildford and surrounding areas?

We are seeking people who are able to provide support to families living with MND in Guildford and the surrounding areas. Support volunteers can provide face to face home visits, email and phone support, helping people to have the best quality of life for as long as possible.

You'll need to be caring, reliable and able to carry out home visits on your own. This is a challenging but rewarding role and you will be supported by your local branch and regional staff team.

We will do a DBS check, reimburse expenses and provide training and support.

If you would like to have an informal chat about this role please click on the application tab and we will be in touch asap. 

Volunteers Needed !!

Could you spare a couple of hours a week to support others to Get More Active?

If so, become an Active Buddy Volunteer.

Active Buddies is a project to support people with disabilities and long term health conditions to take part in activities within the community.

The role of an Active Buddy involves being a companion at activities. Helping your buddy get to and from the activity, whilst encouraging and supporting them.

To find out more about Active Buddies please fill in the Application form.