Activities Volunteer

Creative Support Ltd; Hazel Grove; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking volunteers to run activity sessions for residents in Leicestershire. The role involves consulting with participants to plan engaging activities such as arts and crafts and games. Volunteers will prepare materials, lead sessions, and ensure a welcoming environment. Flexible hours available. This position enriches the lives of adults with support needs while contributing to person-centered services.

Qualifications

• Creative person with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to engage with people and plan activities based on their interests.
• Commitment to attend regular supervisions and training.

Responsibilities

• Consult people to plan engaging activities based on their interests.
• Prepare for activities including setup.
• Lead activity sessions and engage with participants.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Closing Date: Saturday 31st January 2026

Voluntary Basis

Part-Time

We are looking for volunteers to run activity sessions across our services in Leicestershire, bringing our residents together and providing opportunities for them to relax, try new things and meet new people. Volunteering with Creative Support is a great way to enrich the lives of people with support needs while helping our staff to deliver person‑centred services.

We are looking for a creative person with strong communication and leadership skills. You will consult the people we support and plan a programme of activities in line with their interests. Sessions could include arts and crafts, music, games etc. If this sounds like something you would enjoy and you have a few hours to spare on a regular basis, we’d love to hear from you!

You will work with staff to promote activities to the people we support. You will plan for sessions in advance, preparing any necessary materials and/or equipment, and lead the activities, making them accessible for everyone.

Our services across Leicestershire support adults with mental health needs and learning disabilities, promoting independent living for the people we support.

Hours: Flexible days and times

Volunteer duties:

• Consult people we support to plan engaging activities in line with their interests
• Prepare for activities including set‑up, moving tables and chairs if necessary
• Lead activity sessions, engaging with people we support
• Tidy up after activities, returning the room to normal
• Report any safeguarding concerns to Creative Support staff members
• Understand and work within Creative Support Policies and procedures, respecting boundaries
• Attend regular supervisions with your allocated volunteer supervisor and complete any training provided

Application Instructions:

To apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.

You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed application forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to [e-mail] to be considered.

Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS

If you would like to discuss volunteering with Creative Support or have any questions about the application process, please contact our Volunteer Team on 0161 236 0829 or email [e-mail].