Activity Group Volunteer

Could you spare just 1 hour a week to make a real difference in Sandwell? Age UK Sandwell is looking for a friendly Activity Group Volunteer to help run a weekly social group for older people at Hamstead Library, Great Barr. Tuesdays, 2–3pm Help people stay active, connected and supported Training and support provided Bring your listening ear, positive attitude and a caring approach then we’ll help with the rest. For more detailed information, please see below: About the Service The Wellbeing Team at Age UK Sandwell supports people aged 50+ to improve their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing through social, physical and community activities. The service helps reduce loneliness and isolation by encouraging community connections, offering one-to-one support, befriending and signposting, and working with volunteers and local partners to help older people stay active, independent and connected. About the Role The volunteer for this social group will be responsible for facilitating weekly activity groups for older people. Specific tasks may include: To keep a record of attendance To facilitate the session on a weekly basis To prepare any resources and equipment required to deliver the group To report any concerns to your line manager To attend team meetings/supervision when required To help promote the group and encourage attendance from older people in the community You will be supported by a staff member in the initial weeks to prepare you to run the group. Personal qualities and skills most suited to this role · Good listening and communication skills · Patient, caring and non-judgemental approach · Relevant skills, knowledge or interest in the activity · Commitment to supporting the wellbeing of older people · Reliable, flexible and positive attitude Training · Core training (including Safeguarding, GDPR, Health & Safety, and Equality & Diversity) will be provided digitally or in print as part of your volunteer registration pack. · Role-specific training will be agreed with your line manager and delivered through a mix of digital and face-to-face sessions. · You will also complete the Age UK Sandwell induction programme and any additional training relevant to your role.