Volunteer HairdresserBarber Bradford Hospice

Marie Curie Group; Bradford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare charity in Bradford is seeking a Volunteer Hairdresser to provide hairdressing services to patients in hospice care. This part-time role requires a qualified hairdresser or barber who can offer comfort and dignity to patients. The ideal candidate will be compassionate, reliable, and able to work independently. Training and ongoing support are provided.

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Must have NVQ level qualification in hairdressing/barbering.
• Compassionate and respectful demeanor required.
• Ability to work independently with patients in hospice care.

Responsibilities

• Provide hairdressing/barbering services to patients.
• Liaise with staff to identify patients for services.
• Keep the salon space clean and welcoming.

Skills

Friendly

Compassionate

Good communication

Reliable

Respectful

Education

NVQ level qualification in hairdressing / barbering

Job description

Description

Volunteer Hairdresser Marie Curie Hospice Bradford

Availability : Any weekday between 10 : 00 and 15 : 30

Were looking for a qualified Hairdresser or Barber to join our team and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.

By offering your time care and professional service youll help patients feel comfortable confident and cared for - bringing a little joy and dignity to their day through something as simple and powerful as a haircut.

If youre passionate about people and want to use your skills to brighten someones day wed love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide hairdressing / barbering services to patients at the hospice
• Liaise with staff to identify patients who would like to use the service
• Offer friendly conversation and a listening ear
• Keep the salon space clean tidy and welcoming
• Flag any wellbeing concerns to staffSupport with other related tasks as needed

Why you’d be a great fit:

• NVQ level qualification in hairdressing / Barbering
• Friendly compassionate and respectful
• Comfortable working with patients receiving end-of-life care
• Reliable and able to work independently
• A good communicator with a warm and approachable manner

What you’ll get from us:

• A chance to make a meaningful impact 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 :

Key Skills

Fundraising,Communication skills,Physical Examinations,Hospice Care,Workers' Compensation Law,Computer Literacy,Grant Writing,Music Therapy,Memory Care,Public Speaking,Volunteer Management,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Part-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1