Northampton General Hospital Volunteer
Northampton General Hospital Volunteer
Posted for Volunteer Services Northampton General Hospital
Posted by Community Action Northants
You will be redirected to the Community Action Northants website to express your interest.
Volunteering with us is a chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of our patients and families. By giving your time, you will help improve care, support our staff, and make every day brighter for those who need it most. Why volunteer? · Help patients and visitors feel welcome and supported. · Give back to your community and the NHS. · Join a warm, friendly team of volunteers. About the roles: · All roles are based Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. Volunteer opportunities: · Ward Volunteer - Spend time with patients, offering friendly conversation and a listening ear. Chat/read with patients who may not have visitors · Response Volunteer -Collecting and delivering notes / swabs / medication / equipment & running errands from various departments / wards and many more tasks Your commitment: Just 3–4 hours a week can make a real impact. A regular commitment is required. If you cannot commit to weekly volunteering please look out for future opportunities.
What skills do I need?
Show empathy and compassion towards others and treats people with dignity and respect Experience assisting the public Ability to communicate in a calm and professional manner Good interpersonal skills Recognise when appropriate to seek support from others Reliable, honest and punctual Ability to exercise confidentiality and discretion Ability to work on own initiative
Details
- Accessibility
- Age restrictions
- DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 16s
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
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Can you spare 3–4 hours a week?
We are looking for warm, approachable volunteers to support patients and staff.All roles are based Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm.
We are looking for warm, approachable Desk Guide volunteers who will be based at our information desks to support people coming into the hospital Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:15pm.
Location:
Northampton General Hospital
Cliftonville
Northampton
NN1 5BD
You will be redirected to the Community Action Northants website to express your interest.
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