Entertainment Activity Support Volunteer | Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Overview

An exciting volunteer opportunity within the Doncaster Adult Mental Health Care Group for three activity/entertainment coordinator volunteers to provide activity support and creative entertainment (e.g. singing, music, arts & crafts, etc.) to service users on the inpatient wards.

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) is committed to providing volunteering opportunities for people who are passionate about giving back to their local community. As a volunteer, you will bring positive energy, creativity, and commitment to help enhance the experience for our patients, visitors and staff.

We are looking for dedicated volunteers of all ages and backgrounds to make a unique and valuable contribution to our Trust by supporting inpatient units with creative activities and entertainment to enhance the experience of service users on the ward.

Responsibilities

• Engage in activities with a range of people currently in hospital for acute mental health difficulties or dementia.
• Use personal skills in a creative outlet to provide activity and entertainment to patients on the wards (singing/playing an instrument/crafts/knitting, etc.).
• Tailor your approach to work with patients at their level of functioning.
• Be flexible in delivery and adapt if patient preferences change.

About the role and organisation

RDaSH employs around 4,000 colleagues who are valued and respected. The Trust operates across mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. The organisation is committed to attracting and selecting the right colleagues who share a passion for providing first-class care while upholding its vision and values.

How to find out more

To learn more about working for RDaSH and the benefits offered, visit the website: https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and value people in our organisation. View the Allyship video on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

Application details

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

This advert closes on Thursday 11 Sep 2025.