Music Group Facilitator Volunteer (Islington)

Love Music? Make a Difference. Could your passion for music help someone find their voice? Music has the power to lift moods, reduce stress, build confidence, and support mental wellbeing. As a volunteer, you'll help create a welcoming space where people can express their emotions, relax, and experience the joy of making music together. If you'd like to inspire others through the power of music, we'd love to hear from you. What you will be doing To prepare music sessions, involving individuals in the planning process where possible Inspire and motivate individuals to develop their musical skills, assisting them in the creation of their projects and supporting them to brainstorm and use their own initiative Encourage individuals to continue independent activities The skills you need Experience of Music either in a professional, educational, or personal level Able to collaborate with individuals to plan a music group session and facilitate confidently A calm and patient manner Ability to provide a trusting, open, kind-hearted atmosphere that encourages learning and participation An effective communicator with a patient and sympathetic nature Ability to handle individuals with complex needs and work with a person-centred approach What's in it for you Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year! Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun