Volunteer - Activity Co-Ordinator - Lady's Group - Bradford Hospice

Marie Curie; Bradford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospice organization in Bradford seeks a female volunteer to support the Lady's Activity Group for women affected by terminal illness. Responsibilities include creating a welcoming space, leading activities, and engaging with patients and carers. The role requires great people skills, commitment to quality, and the ability to work independently. Training and support will be provided, making a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Full induction and training

Ongoing support

Reimbursement of expenses

Discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment

Marie Curie Shop Loyalty Card

Qualifications

• Provide 2 non-family references.
• Submit a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Application.
• Complete an induction and any training related to the role.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, welcoming space for group activities.
• Chat with patients, carers, and widowers.
• Plan and lead engaging sessions for the Lady's Activity Group.
• Promote the Lady's Activity Group within the hospice and local community.

Skills

Friendly and great people skills

Organised and confident working independently

Understanding of the needs of those affected by terminal illness

Creative and resourceful

Committed to providing a high-quality experience

Team player with a flexible attitude

Respectful of confidentiality

Job description

Overview

This volunteer role supports the Lady's Activity Group at Bradford Hospice, helping create a welcoming space for females affected by terminal illness, carers, and widowers to connect and take part in meaningful activities. Availability: Fridays, 12:30-14:30.

Please note: Due to the nature of the group and the environment, this role is for female volunteers only at present to meet service user needs. We welcome interest from all individuals and are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion across all volunteer opportunities.

What you'll be doing

• Create a warm, welcoming space for group activities
• Chat with patients, carers, and widowers
• Plan and lead engaging sessions for the Lady's Activity Group
• Promote the Lady's Activity Group within the hospice and local community
• Identify equipment or materials needed and liaise with your volunteer manager
• Support with other related tasks as needed

Why you'd be a great fit

• Friendly and great people skills
• Organised and confident working independently
• Understanding of the needs of those affected by terminal illness
• Creative and resourceful with limited materials
• Committed to providing a high-quality experience
• Team player with a flexible attitude
• Respectful of confidentiality and sensitive situations

What you'll gain from us

• A chance to make a real difference in a supportive environment
• Full induction, training, and ongoing support
• Reimbursement of agreed out-of-pocket expenses
• Access to discounts on shopping, travel, entertainment & more
• Marie Curie Shop Loyalty Card

What we ask from you

• Provide 2 non-family references
• Submit a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Application
• Complete an induction and any training related to the role

Want more information

Contact our Principal Social Worker Andrew Marshall: 01274 33 7621

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About Us

Every day of your life matters - from the first to the last. When you volunteer for Marie Curie, you understand that better than ever. We're a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 6,500 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families. We offer expert care, guidance and support, to help them get the most from the time they have left.

Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one.

Marie Curie is committed to a world where everyone can thrive and fulfil their potential. We are devoted to the social justice imperatives and organisational benefits of full diversity, inclusion and equity in the workplace, and are a Stonewall champion. We actively encourage and welcome applications from candidates of diverse cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.