Volunteer to Career for the Armed Forces Community at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trus

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust; Durham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player offers a unique Volunteer to Career programme for the Armed Forces community. This initiative provides tailored volunteering opportunities at hospitals and hospices designed to enhance employability and build confidence. Volunteers will gain valuable insights into the healthcare sector while receiving support to navigate career pathways. This role is perfect for those looking to make a difference while exploring potential careers in healthcare. Join this rewarding programme to help others and shape your future in a meaningful way.

Qualifications

• Support staff, patients, and their carers in various ways.
• Assist with exercises and provide emotional support.

Responsibilities

• Gain insights into the healthcare field through volunteering.
• Receive tailored support to explore career opportunities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Volunteer to Career Programme at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

This volunteering opportunity is offered by the Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust.

The Volunteer to Career programme for the Armed Forces community provides tailored volunteering opportunities at hospitals and hospices to help you:

1. Help people get better
2. Build your employability confidence
3. Identify a clear career pathway to achieve your potential

As a volunteer, you will support staff, patients, and their carers in various ways, such as providing quick assistance in a fast-paced environment, assisting with exercises to improve fitness, or offering a listening ear to ease anxiety. This programme aims to help volunteers find employment in the healthcare sector. During your volunteering, you will:

1. Gain insights into working in the healthcare field
2. Receive tailored support to explore career opportunities
3. Navigate the recruitment process or access further training
4. Build your confidence
5. Shape your volunteering experiences to align with your career goals
6. Receive support to improve numeracy and literacy skills if desired
7. Get peer-to-peer support for mental health conditions

Current volunteering opportunities include careers in:

• Non-Clinical, Estate roles
• Corporate roles (HR, Finance, IT)
• Nursing, Medical roles, HCA, Estates, Allied Health Professions, Nursing/Midwifery, Support Services, Medical & Dental, Portering, Catering, Domestic, Administration, and other corporate functions

Read more about this programme here.

To apply, please email your interest to [e-mail] or call 0800 783 5774.