Befriending Volunteer — Weekly Companionship & Outings

Age UK Norfolk; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity supporting older people is seeking volunteers for their Befriender role. You'll visit older individuals in their homes or care facilities for one hour each week, providing companionship and support. Training is offered, and background checks are required. Flexible time commitment and opportunities to help individuals reconnect with their community are included. If interested, contact the Volunteer Hub or apply through their website online registration form.

Qualifications

• Access to an email address as the primary communication method.
• Completion of short training courses before starting the role.
• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Visit a local older person for one hour each week for companionship.
• Support individuals to reconnect with the community.
• Provide flexible companionship in various settings.

Skills

Companionship

Communication skills

Job description

A local charity supporting older people is seeking volunteers for their Befriender role. You'll visit older individuals in their homes or care facilities for one hour each week, providing companionship and support. Training is offered, and background checks are required. Flexible time commitment and opportunities to help individuals reconnect with their community are included. If interested, contact the Volunteer Hub or apply through their website online registration form.