Volunteer Walk Leader – Walk & Talk Programme
Volunteer Walk Leader – Walk & Talk Programme
Posted for BLOSSOM ASA
Posted by Community Action Redbridge
You will be redirected to the Community Action Redbridge website to express your interest.
About the role
We’re looking for friendly, community-minded volunteers to lead our Walk & Talk sessions — relaxed, social walks that help people get outdoors, meet others, and feel less isolated. As a Walk Leader, you’ll guide small groups on gentle routes through local parks or neighbourhoods, helping to create a safe, inclusive and welcoming space for conversation and connection.
No fitness expertise needed — just a steady pace, a big smile, and a passion for bringing people together.
Main tasks and responsibilities
- Lead small walking groups on safe, accessible routes
- Welcome participants and help them feel included
- Set a relaxed, friendly pace for all abilities
- Encourage light conversation and social interaction
- Watch out for any participant wellbeing needs during the walk
- Report attendance and any concerns to the coordinator
- Support a positive, respectful group atmosphere
Benefits to volunteer
- Boost wellbeing through regular outdoor activity
- Build confidence and leadership skills in a supportive setting
- Make a real difference by helping reduce loneliness and isolation
- Connect with your local community in a meaningful way
- Gain experience useful for roles in health, community, care or support work
- Join a friendly team focused on inclusion and connection
Locations: Redbridge, Newham, or Waltham Forest (in-person walks)
What skills do I need?
Skills, attributes, experience and qualifications
- Friendly, approachable, and able to chat with anyone
- Reliable and confident leading small groups
- Good listener and inclusive of people from all backgrounds
- Comfortable walking at a gentle pace for 45–90 minutes
- Able to stay calm and handle light responsibilities (with support)
- No formal experience or qualifications required
- Previous experience in community, peer support, or health/wellbeing work is welcome but not essential
- We especially welcome volunteers who reflect the diversity of our local communities
- Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
- Mobile phone – helpful for contact and emergencies
- Internet access – for occasional updates, messages or training
- Basic safeguarding guidance (provided)
- Agreement to uphold our values around inclusion, safety and respect
- Willingness to attend a short induction or walk leader training session
Location
This opportunity has no specific location e.g. can be carried out anywhere.
Details
- Organisation Policies: Health and Safety Policy
- Organisation Policies: Safeguarding policy
- Organisation Policies: Conflict Resolution policy/procedure for volunteers
- Organisation Policies: Data Protection Policy
- Organisation Policies: Equal Opportunities Policy
- Organisation Policies: Volunteer Policy
- Quality Control: Accessibility - additional information
- Quality Control: Are there any age limits?
- Quality Control: DBS checks - additional information
- Quality Control: Expenses - additional information
- Quality Control: Recruitment Process - additional information
- Quality Control: Reference can be provided after how long volunteering?
- Quality Control: Role is exempt from Ex offenders Act 1972
- Quality Control: Support Provided - additional information
- Quality Control: Thanks / Recognition for Volunteer contribution
- Quality Control: Transport Info (nearest station / bus stop)
- Quality Control: Volunteers covered by insurance
- Support provided: Access to group meetings/socials/team events
- Support provided: Volunteer Handbook available
- Support provided: Volunteer will have named supervisor
When is this role available?
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Time Commitment: 1–2 walks per week (flexible schedule, typically 1–2 hours per walk)
You will be redirected to the Community Action Redbridge website to express your interest.
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