What difference you will make

By volunteering with the Guitar & Keyboard Club, you’ll help create a fun, confidence‑building space where autistic adults and adults with a learning disability can explore music, express themselves, and develop new skills. Your encouragement will help participants grow in independence, communication, creativity, and emotional wellbeing. Your presence makes the session possible, ensuring everyone feels supported, included, and empowered to take part. This role directly supports [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]’s mission to enable people with learning disabilities and autistic people to live meaningful, fulfilled, and connected lives. Through music, you’ll help promote personal development, social inclusion, and community participation!

What additional skills or experience you should have

Basic ability to play guitar or keyboard - You don’t need to be an expert, just confident enough to support simple songs, chords, and rhythms. (Other instruments welcome!) Experience working with autistic adults and adults with learning disabilities (helpful but not essential), full guidance and support will be provided. DBS Check – An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. If you don’t have one, the charity can support you through the process.

What training we will provide for you

We will provide training in safeguarding, autism and learning disabilities.

What you will get out of volunteering for us

Volunteering with us offers a rewarding and meaningful experience where you’ll make a genuine difference in people’s lives. By supporting our music sessions, you will: Develop your own confidence and communication skills as you guide and encourage others in a creative environment. Gain experience working with autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, which is valuable for careers in education, social care, music therapy, community work, and beyond. Enjoy the joy of making music together, sharing your skills while learning from the unique talents and personalities of our members. Build positive relationships with a friendly, welcoming community where every contribution is valued. Enhance your CV with practical volunteering experience, teamwork, leadership, and facilitation skills. Make a real impact by helping create an inclusive, confidence‑boosting space where people can express themselves and thrive. Feel part of something meaningful, knowing your time and energy directly support our mission to help people live full, connected, and fulfilling lives.

Not sure which role suits you or need a little friendly help? Please contact Angie at [contact hidden] for London or Rebecca at [contact hidden] for Manchester.