Welcome to the Poole Hospital and Outpatients Assessment Clinic (OAC) Volunteering Portal
Poole Hospital and the OAC are part of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust, where we offer a range of rewarding volunteering opportunities.
Roles include assisting on wards, talking with or feeding patients (with full training provided), and supporting the hospital charity team.
Please complete the application form and indicate the roles you’re interested in. Once received, we’ll arrange an informal meeting at the hospital. If you proceed, you may be required to complete a DBS and ID check.
Important Notice for Applicants Under 18
Due to safety and safeguarding policies, applicants under the age of 18 are only permitted to volunteer during official hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Indicating your availabilities outside of these hours will void your application.
Attention all Volunteers and Applicants!!!
We need you in the roles below 👇 and look forward to hearing from you!
Where can I volunteer?
University Hospital Dorset consists of three sites and one Outpatients Assessment Clinic. Joining as a volunteer will qualify you to volunteer at any of these sites; Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and the Outpatients Assessment Clinic. You can contact our Volunteering Team by emailing us on proudto.volunteer@uhd.nhs.uk
Why Volunteer?
Volunteering is a great way of helping the local community and can have a positive impact on wellbeing.
Volunteering is an opportunity to meet and help a wide range of people increasing social interaction. This can be used as experience if returning to work or considering a career change. We encourage our volunteers to undertake the National Volunteers' Certificate which is online learning.
You do not need previous experience to volunteer. You will need to be kind and caring with an interest in people. Volunteers need to have a flexible approach to ensure the best service to our patients and staff. We ask volunteers to commit to at least 3 hours a week for a minimum of a six month period.
Volunteers need to be over 16 years of age. Volunteers will need to complete a health assessment and application form which can be completed from this page. You will require two references and will be asked to undertake a disclosure and barring check. Induction and training is provided by the hospital, volunteers receive agreed travel expenses and subsidised rates for meals and drinks in the restaurant.
“I am so glad that you are thinking of volunteering within our organisation. UHD is a great place to work and volunteer, with a truly patient-centred approach and a real commitment to teamwork. As such, we really value the contribution of our volunteers - you all make such a difference to the experience of our patients.”
