Cafe Volunteers - MHA Aughton Park Care Home
Aughton Park Care Home, Ormskirk
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| Date posted | 16 June 2025 |
| Closing date | 18 June 2025 |
A volunteer is required for our cafe serving refreshments in our care home to our residents and visitors. You will be doing some light activities and enjoying conversations with the residents, and dealing with money from our visitors. There will be some clearing up at the end of your session such as clearing tables, collecting the dishes for washing up, wiping down tables etc.
What are the benefits of becoming a volunteer?
Volunteering in our care home can help reduce feelings of social isolation and loneliness, improve mental and physical health, increase confidence and self-esteem, and enhance the quality of life of older people. You can also enrich your own life with new experiences and friendships. You will also gain valuable skills and knowledge that can enhance your personal and professional development.
How much time do I need to commit as a volunteer?
We ask that you can volunteer for at least 6 months and can commit to at least 2 hours each week.
What kind of support will I receive as a volunteer?
You will receive ongoing support and guidance from a local coordinator who will match you with an older person, monitor your progress, and provide feedback. You will also have access to online resources, training opportunities, and peer support from other volunteers. Travel expenses will be paid.
Apply to become a volunteer
You can apply online by filling out a short application form. You will also need to attend an induction training session before you start your role. Before submitting your application, please take time to review the role description, which will detail any additional training which you will need to complete for this role. Our Central Volunteering Team will guide you through the application and recruitment process and be on hand to answer any questions you may have.
For this role you will need to be available
Mondays 2pm - 4 pm
What kind of support will I receive
You will receive ongoing support and guidance from a local coordinator who will monitor your progress. You will also have access to online resources, training opportunities, and peer support from other volunteers.
Travel expenses will be paid.
About you
- You are aged 18 and over
- Able to serve hot drinks
- Good listening skills
- Patience, empathy and understanding of the needs of older people
- Flexible, reliable and punctual
- Clear sense of personal boundaries and confidentiality
- Able to provide non-judgemental support
- Engage with training and development