Rethink Mental Illness
Volunteer Wellbeing Hub & Walking Group Coordinator
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The Purpose of Your Role
As a Volunteer Wellbeing Hub & Walking Group Coordinator, you will help create a welcoming and inclusive environment where people feel supported, connected, and encouraged to improve their health and wellbeing. By leading regular community walking groups and supporting activities within the wellbeing hub, you will help reduce social isolation, promote physical activity, and build confidence among participants.
You will welcome people attending the hub, encourage participation in activities, and provide a friendly listening ear where appropriate. You may also signpost individuals to local services and community resources that can support their wellbeing. Your involvement will make a positive difference by helping people become more active, develop new friendships, improve their mental wellbeing, and feel more connected to their local community.
The Service You Support
This volunteer opportunity supports a community wellbeing service delivered by Rethink Mental Illness. The wellbeing hub is based in Newport Pagnell, with walking groups taking place in various locations across Milton Keynes.
The service currently supports registered members of Rethink Mental Illness, providing opportunities to improve physical health, mental wellbeing, and social connection in a safe and welcoming environment. Participants can access wellbeing activities, meet new people, and build confidence through regular community-based sessions.
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The long-term aim is to develop these activities into open community groups that are accessible to the wider public, helping to create inclusive spaces where everyone can benefit from social connection, physical activity, and peer support.
The service operates within both urban and suburban areas of Milton Keynes, making use of local parks, green spaces, and community venues to encourage participation and improve wellbeing.
The Tasks You Will Complete
- Lead and support inclusive community walking groups in a safe and welcoming manner.
- Welcome participants to the wellbeing hub and help create a friendly, supportive atmosphere.
- Encourage people to take part in activities and build positive social connections.
- Support the planning and delivery of wellbeing sessions and community events.
- Signpost participants to appropriate local services and activities where appropriate.
- Follow health and safety, safeguarding, and confidentiality procedures, reporting any concerns to the appropriate member of staff.
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Necessary Skills, Experience, and Attitude
- Friendly, approachable, and welcoming.
- Good communication and active listening skills.
- Confident leading or supporting small groups.
- Reliable, organised, and able to manage time effectively.
- Empathetic and respectful of people from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Able to encourage and motivate others to participate.
- Comfortable working as part of a team and following guidance.
- A commitment to promoting health, wellbeing, equality, and inclusion.
Values and Behaviours
You will demonstrate and apply Rethink Mental Illness values: You will demonstrate and apply Rethink CARES behaviours of:
The Training and Support You Will Receive
As part of your induction, you will complete the following e-learning modules:
- Safeguarding adults
- Data security
- Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
You will have access to:
- Regular check-in sessions with your Volunteer Manager
- A range of wellbeing resources
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