Drop-In Group Volunteer – Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle

Rainbow Trust Children; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic volunteers to support children and families at a hospital-based group. As a Drop-In Group Volunteer, you will engage in activities, provide emotional support, and help create a welcoming environment. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while receiving training and support from dedicated staff. Join a friendly team and contribute to the lives of families in need, all while enjoying the camaraderie of fellow volunteers and participating in social events. Your commitment can make a real difference in the community!

Benefits

Training opportunities

Social events for volunteers

Reimbursement of travel expenses

Support from dedicated staff

Qualifications

• Warm and friendly demeanor with a willingness to engage.
• Excellent communication and listening abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support activities for children and families in a hospital setting.
• Provide emotional support and participate in play and craft activities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Listening Skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Job description

Drop-In Group Volunteer – Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle

• Location:
  Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle
• Closing date:
  30 August 2025
• Salary:
  Reasonable out of pocket expenses

As a Drop-In Group Volunteer, you will provide support to help run the activities taking place as part of a hospital-based support group for children and families.

Your role may include:

• Setting up for the session’s activities and tidying up at the end
• Participating in craft and play activities with children and their families - this could include games, reading, cookery or arts and crafts
• Providing emotional support for children and their parents or carers

What we’re looking for:

• A warm, friendly and enthusiastic volunteer, happy to get stuck in
• A great communicator, with excellent listening skills
• Able to work both independently and as part of the team
• Non-judgemental

Your commitment:

• Opportunities to volunteer every Thursday from 12 - 1 pm
• We are looking for volunteers to support on a regular basis.

Training and Support:

• A dedicated member of Rainbow Trust staff will guide and support you in your work
• You will receive a full induction to the charity and a programme of training relevant to your role, to help you get the most from your time with us
• Training will cover areas such as safeguarding, active listening skills, bereavement, health and safety, confidentiality and GDPR
• Further modules will be available for you if you would like to develop your knowledge
• All care volunteers will receive regular one to one support and more formal supervision sessions

Why choose Rainbow Trust?

• We are a Sunday Times Top 100 Not-for-Profit organisation and a leading charity for children and young people
• Training opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge
• The enjoyment of becoming part of our friendly and welcoming team, knowing you are making a valuable contribution to the lives of the families we support
• A calendar of social events for volunteers, including Christmas events and celebrations for Volunteers’ Week
• We will reimburse your out-of-pocket travel expenses

Ready to apply?

• Get in touch with our Volunteering Team by email on [e-mail] or call 01372 363438 for more information about volunteering with us

Selection process:

• Enrolment form, references, interview, Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS)