Singing Group Volunteer - Sing Out Sutton

Sing Out Sutton runs three wellbeing singing groups and seeks volunteers to help run sessions. Flexible and fun, with no weekly commitment—enjoy singing’s proven benefits for mood, health and connection.

About the Organisation

Sing Out Sutton is a registered charity whose mission is to enhance wellbeing - joy, support, friendship and community spirit - through the power of singing. We want everyone we meet to experience singing as an incredible tool for improving quality of life, managing stress and connecting with others, which is why we aim to ensure our groups are accessible, inclusive and open to all over 18s with no barriers to entry. 

What you will be doing

Sing Out Sutton are looking for several volunteers to provide regular support to their singing groups.

You will help with setting up the room, welcoming group attendees, offering support and encouragement and sharing your enthusiasm for singing. No singing experience required!

We are looking for several volunteers so this can become a shared role that doesn’t require attendance at every session. 

Singing for Breathing group:

  • Tuesdays weekly
  • 1.30-3pm
  • Mallinson Room, Wallington Library, Shotfield, Wallington SM6 0HY
  • We start every session with a staggered arrival, teas and coffees from 1.30-2pm, then we sing from 2-3pm.  

NEW daytime singing group:

  • Weekly, from Thursday 18th September
  • 2-3.30pm
  • Chiltern Church, Chiltern Road, SM2 5QY
  • We start every session with a staggered arrival, teas and coffees from 2-2.30pm, then we sing from 2.30-3.30pm.

Evening singing group:

  • Weekly, every Thursday
  • 5.30pm - 7pm
  • Chiltern Church (Chiltern Road, SM2 5QY)
  • We start every session with a staggered arrival, teas and coffees from 5.30-6pm, then we sing from 6-7pm.  

Volunteers need only be available 15 minutes before the advertised start times, but are welcome to stay for the whole session.

What's in it for you?

Singing together as a group has been scientifically proven to reduce stress and loneliness, improve lung function and boost mood and we at Sing out Sutton want to make sure as many people as possible in our borough experience the joys of learning to sing together.

What skills will you need?

This role will suit anyone who loves singing, meeting new people and is good at supporting, encouraging and motivating others.

What's the time commitment and where? 

Volunteers need only be available 15 minutes before the advertised start times, but are welcome to stay for the whole session.

This is a really flexible role as we are looking for several volunteers so this can become a shared role that doesn’t require attendance at every session. 

How can I apply?

Please complete the form below and we will put you in contact with the organisation.   It’s helpful if you can tell us a little about yourself and why you’re interested in this role in the message box below. 

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