Marie Curie
Volunteer Companion - North Derbyshire
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Could you be a friendly presence for someone living with a terminal illness and offer a short break for their carers?
Offer emotional support and conversation, help people express what matters to them, and support family members or carers before and after bereavement. We provide full training and ongoing support, and you’ll never be asked to do anything you’re not comfortable with. Whether you’re sharing stories, chatting, playing music, or simply sitting beside someone, your time can bring comfort and connection when it’s needed most.
Availability:
- 3 hours per week
- Time: Flexible to suit your schedule
Criteria:
- Minimum age 18.
- A Criminal Records Check is required, covered by Marie Curie.
Locations:
- Opportunities are available within your local community across North Derbyshire, North East Derbyshire, North Hardwick and Bolsover, South Hardwick, Chesterfield and Dronfield.
What you’ll be part of:
- Visit a person weekly in their home and spend time with them and their family members
- Have a chat, a cuppa, or share some quiet time
- Listen to memories, share stories, or talk about everyday things
- Support carers or family members by giving them a short break
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Why you'd be a great fit:
- Caring and compassionate nature
- Patient and a good listener
- Comfortable with sensitive topics such as death, dying and bereavement
- Comfortable using email and completing a short visit report
- Respect for confidentiality, boundaries and inclusive values
What you’ll gain:
- Full training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
- Recognition for your time and effort
- Updates on the difference you’re making
- Long Service Awards
- Be part of the UK’s leading end-of-life charity
- Travel expenses reimbursed
- Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more
- 15% discount in-store at our Marie Curie Shops (Terms & Conditions apply)
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Want to know more before applying? Please contact our Volunteer Services Officer Stacey Hyndman E: Stacey.Hyndman@mariecurie.org.uk Stacey.Hyndman@mariecurie.org.uk
About Marie Curie
At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
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We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.
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