Mencap Volunteer Visitor (Quiet company and musical memories in Woolwich)

Royal Mencap Society; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading charity supporting individuals with disabilities is seeking a volunteer visitor for a gentleman in Woolwich. The volunteer will engage in friendly visits, providing companionship and check-ins to improve the individual’s well-being. Ideal candidates are patient, chatty, and passionate about supporting individuals with learning disabilities. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference and develop personal skills.

Benefits

Personalized volunteer induction and training

Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses

On-going support and appreciation

Qualifications

• Able to communicate with a clear and loud voice.
• Reliable and approachable personality.
• Willingness to engage with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Check in on the well-being of the person visited.
• Share a cuppa and engage in conversation.
• Offer sensory experiences to stimulate connection.

Skills

Patient

Chatty

Clear communication

Job description

Mencap Volunteer Visitor (Quiet company and musical memories in Woolwich)

• Mencap Volunteer Visitor (Quiet company and musical memories in Woolwich)

Job Advert

We are looking for a patient and chatty volunteer who can communicate with a clear and loud voice, to visit a lovely gentleman in his 70s in Woolwich. His love for music is something he would love to share with a visitor, enjoying the 50s, 60s and 70s through sound.

This gentleman is blind and communicates differently depending on the day. His engagement may fluctuate between quietly appreciating your company and loving a long chat. Your visit would be a gentle check‑in — sharing a cuppa, a chat, and simply being present.

We offer a lifelong befriending service for adults with learning disabilities. Matching the skills and interests of passionate visitors with the specific hobbies and interests of the people we visit. Visitors visit six times a year and, in many cases, the visitor is the only person in someone’s life who isn’t paid to be there for them.

This is a Check in visit role, meaning that your visits are likely to be short - on average 30 minutes or less. Some of the people we visit may be unable to communicate with words. Sometimes the person might choose not to meet with their visitor. Your visit is however very important, and these are some of the things you could be doing on a visit:

• Checking in on their well‑being and speaking to support staff to get an update on how the person is doing
• You might be able to bring a treat that the person enjoys, like chocolates or fruit
• Some people we support enjoy sensory experiences, so items that will stimulate their senses can also help you create a sense of connection with the person you visit

Your volunteer manager will be happy to help you with ideas and suggestions.

As a Mencap volunteer visitor you will be:

• Friendly and approachable
• Accepting of others who might be different to yourself
• Reliable and patient
• Passionate about supporting people with a learning disability

If you have questions about volunteering with Mencap, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us: [e-mail]

As a Mencap visitor you will:

• Have the opportunity to help make a difference to the life of the person you visit
• Receive a personalised volunteer induction and training

Have agreed out of pocket expenses reimbursed

Get on‑going support, and feel appreciated and valued

About Mencap

About Mencap Mencap is the leading learning disability charity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. We work with people with a learning disability and their families to challenge prejudice and change laws, and we directly support thousands of people to live their lives as they choose. We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives.

Volunteering with us is YOUR opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.

If you have questions about volunteering with Mencap, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us: [e-mail]