Volunteer Receptionist
We are looking for one or more friendly, confident individuals to carry out receptionist duties at our activity centre for adult with learning disabilities and autism.
The role could be split between several individuals according to individual's availability.
Start date: 1st June 2024
When can volunteers volunteer? Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly, Quarterly
Availability:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this organisation. E.G Monday morning.
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Tasks the volunteer will be required to do:
The individual would be required to greet all visitors to the building, ensuring everybody signs in and is directed to appropriate place. They will need to develop a good understanding of the services on offer so that they can answer queries.
They will also be responsible to keeping the reception area clean, tidy and free of hazards.
This role would also include some management of our community fridge. For example, supporting people to access the fridge, recording waste, emptying and cleaning the fridge at the end of each day.
Training:
GDPR training
Safeguarding
Requirements: Willing to travel by public transport or find own way to volunteering location
Skill and Qualifications Required:
none needed - training will be provided.
Areas of Interest: Community, Community centre, Customer Services, Disability, Foodbanks, Health and wellbeing, Social care, Social Welfare
Opportunity suitable for: Indoor, 18 and over
What activities will the volunteer do? Befriending, Customer Services, Food banks, Lending a helping hand, Reception
Skills gained in this role: Listening, Talking to others
DBS Check Required: Yes
About the host organisation
Hosted by: Pennine Mencap
Organisation Profile: Activity provision and day service for adults with learning disabilities, autism and brain injury. Activities include exercise sessions, performing arts, choir, social group, cooking, learning opportunities.
Charity number: 1150285
