Jewish Care
Talks and Activities Volunteer (using Jewish Care’s activity resource library) - various locations across Jewish Care
Using Jewish Care’s incredible resource library to host activities and talks around specific topics. The Jewish Care Resource Library offers a wealth of materials related to all manner of subjects, providing everything that is needed to host interesting, interactive, engaging and stimulating activities, talks (from pre-prepared scripts), quizzes, word games, and poetry, all with full instructions and guidance. The team will work with you to find the best materials suited to the group you are volunteering with and will give full training (technology would be set up by staff). Topics include subjects such as: Life stories of well-known figures and personalities, Jewish History, British life through the decades, animals and wildlife, fashion, culture, London’s East End and many more.
What you’ll be doing in this role:
• Leading session/s each week, or as arranged with the team
• Getting to know participants to learn the sort of topics from the resource library that would be enjoyed
• Working to support the resource teams by leading these talks and activities for the enjoyment of our residents and members
• Engaging participants in the activity and making it interesting and enjoyable
• Greeting participants, talking to them about the session’s topic, and engaging in discussion about it
• Each session is tailored and can vary dependant on the interests of those attending.
What difference you will make
This role helps provide our members and residents with stimulating and interesting talks and related activities, tailored for their interests. Keeping the brain active as we get older is incredibly important and the activities held in our resource library are intended to do just that. Members and residents will not only enjoy listening and participating but the topics and activities are also designed to encourage enjoyable conversation and stimulation.
What additional skills or experience you should have
• Good listening skills and non-verbal communication skills, empathetic and non-judgemental attitude
• Able to confidently engage with a diverse range of people and enjoy helping others
• Confidence in presenting to a small group of people (all presentations and activities are scripted and guided)
• Empathetic and understanding attitude
• An understanding of issues that affect people later in life
• An open-minded, creative approach with patience and a calm and friendly manner
• Ability to share appropriate information and follow processes
• Reliability and dependability
• The ability to work independently (if required) but also stay within the role’s boundaries
• A ‘can do’ attitude and willingness to be flexible with required tasks
What training we will provide for you
Jewish Care will provide the following training, essential for this role:
Provide you with access to a Volunteer Handbook and all Policies and Procedures.
Provide Induction Training: Getting to know Jewish Care, Communication & Disability Awareness, Boundaries & Confidentiality, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, GDPR.
Provide on the job induction.
What you will get out of volunteering for us
Without our volunteers, we simply couldn’t function. We absolutely depend on you. Whatever your age, disability, whether you are working, unemployed or retired, there are opportunities to help at Jewish Care.
As well as helping others you’ll get the chance to develop skills, build confidence and make new friends.
Enhance the lives of older people, making a real difference to the Jewish Community we support.
Be part of a great team and make new friends.
Build your confidence and develop transferable skills.
Access to a comprehensive training programme designed for the social care environment.
Gain valuable experience and enhance your CV
Our aim is to enable people to enjoy a first-class experience as volunteers, making the most of their skills to make an impact on the communities that Jewish Care serve.
Not sure which role suits you or need a little friendly help? Please contact Angie at angie@jvn.org.uk for London or Rebecca at manchester@jvn.org.uk for Manchester.
Information
Location:Various locations across Jewish Care resources
Remote
Age limit:
Volunteers aged 21 or over
Hours per session:
Between 2 and 3 hours
Availability:
Flexible OR On-going
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We are happy to be flexible on location and/or times if required.