Creative Support
Tamil Speaking Befriender Volunteer
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Tamil Speaking Befriender Volunteer
Voluntary Basis
Harrow, London
Part-Time
We are looking for a Tamil-speaking befriender volunteer to support residents to express themselves in their native language. Volunteering with Creative Support is a great way to enrich the lives of people with support needs while helping our staff to deliver person-centred services.
We are looking for an outgoing, sociable and warm person, who’s also a good listener. As a befriender, you will provide companionship by meeting regularly for a cup of tea and a chat. We ask that you are able to communicate confidently in Tamil in order to engage in conversations together.
You will engage with residents in a friendly manner and develop a strong rapport with the people we support. You will meet residents in their flats and in common areas, encouraging them to engage in conversation and activities. If you have a few hours to spare on a regular basis, we would love to hear from you!
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This role is for an extra care service in North London which supports older people. The service is located in Harrow with good public transport links.
Hours
Flexible days and times
Volunteer Duties
- Meet on a regular basis
- Provide companionship and conversation whilst respecting boundaries
- Engage the people we support in conversation
- Report any safeguarding concerns to Creative Support staff members
- Understand and work within Creative Support Policies and procedures, respecting boundaries
- Attend regular supervisions with your allocated volunteer supervisor and complete any training provided
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Application Instructions
To apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.
You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed application forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to recruitment@creativesupport.co.uk to be considered.
Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS
If you would like to discuss volunteering with Creative Support or have any questions about the application process, please contact our Volunteer Team on 0161 236 0829 or email volunteer@creativesupport.co.uk.
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