If you’re confident, enjoy meeting new people and are interested in providing meaningful activities for people affected by dementia, then we’d love to hear from you!
Our groups provide a welcoming and supportive space for people affected by dementia to engage in activities, socialise with others and get support and information.
As a Group Facilitator Volunteer, you’ll provide key support with the administration and running of the group, by coordinating and facilitating activities, welcoming people to the group and keeping records of those attending. You’ll also support with the set-up and tidying away after the group, as well as providing encouragement to people attending to participate in the activities on offer. As well as carrying out the role as part of a team, there may be opportunities to facilitate these group sessions unsupervised, should the need arise.
This role will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal Records Check from either the Disclosure and Barring Service (England & Wales), Disclosure Scotland Check (Scotland) or AccessNI (Northern Ireland). If you require further information regarding Criminal Records Check, please contact [email protected]
Location:
This role is based out in the community across Luton. The group attends a variety of activities each month, and while there may occasionally be use of an indoor venue during the winter months, there is no fixed meeting place. Volunteers must therefore be able to travel independently around Luton as required.
Group Schedule:
The group meets monthly, on the first Thursday of every month, typically between 12:30pm and 3:00pm, depending on the planned activity.
Volunteer Requirements:
We are looking for a volunteer who can commit to supporting the group on a monthly basis. The ideal volunteer will:
Be able to independently travel around Luton.
Take part in community-based activities alongside service users.
Provide support to the group during sessions.
Have good group facilitation skills or be willing to develop them, as there may be opportunities to lead part of the session due to the group’s growth.
Interested? To apply for this role please click on the 'Apply' button at the bottom of the page.
You’ll be great for the role if you:
- You have good verbal communication and facilitation skills
- You are confident and enthusiastic
- You enjoy meeting new people and being part of a team
- You are aware of or are willing to learn about dementia and its impact on people
- You can demonstrate empathy and compassion
Minimum age 18
If you find completing online applications difficult, please don't let this stop you from applying....please call or email us and we can support you with the application process. You can contact the Volunteering Recruitment Team by emailing [email protected] or call on 0300 222 5706.