Activities Volunteer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Whalley Range, Greater Manchester
TYPE
Volunteer
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Social Care
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Activity planning Arts and crafts Music and games facilitation Communication skills Leadership Patience and compassion Safeguarding awareness Team collaboration

FULL DESCRIPTION

Activities Volunteer

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] - Whalley Range, Greater Manchester

Volunteer role, Part-Time, On-site

Closing Date: Friday 29th May 2026

About the Role

We are looking for an Activities Volunteer to run activities at our complex supported living service in Manchester, bringing our residents together. Volunteering with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people with support needs while working alongside our team to deliver truly person‑centred care.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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 [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] staff members
  • Understand and work within [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Policies and procedures, respecting boundaries
  • Attend regular supervisions with your allocated volunteer supervisor and complete any training provided

Requirements

You must be patient, kind and compassionate. This role is a great opportunity to develop strong communication and leadership skills and gain experience planning and facilitating group activities. If this sounds like something you’d find rewarding and you’re able to offer a few hours on a regular basis, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

How to Apply

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 and submit it to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] or post to Recruitment Department, [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS. For questions, contact the Volunteer Team on [contact hidden] or email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

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