About the Organisation
Southern Oaks is an independent, not-for-profit charity providing a range of independent and supported living at a choice of locations in North-East Surrey.
"Living happy in later life"
What you will be doing
Get crafty with our residents and enjoy our well stocked arts and crafts room where we have everything you need to get creative, including paints, brushes, pencils, markers, paper, card and sketchbooks, along with scissors, glue, stickers, stamps and a variety of seasonal craft materials. You’ll also find knitting and crochet supplies, beads, buttons, fabric pieces, and simple modelling kits, plus plenty of tools and equipment to make crafting easy and enjoyable for everyone.
What's in it for you?
Volunteering with us is a chance to feel part of something special. You’ll:
- Be part of a warm and welcoming community.
- Enjoy a rewarding volunteer experience filled with smiles and memorable moments.
- Bring joy, laughter, and companionship to residents through fun social interaction.
“I met so many lovely people; the residents were always welcoming and told me amazing stories about their lives.” Rania, volunteer at Southern Oaks
What skills will you need?
- A friendly, confident personality.
- Clear speaking and good people skills.
- A sense of fun and humour.
- Patience and reliability.
- Plenty of enthusiasm and community spirit.
- Enthusiasm for arts and crafts is more important that ability!
All our volunteers are required to complete an Enhanced DBS check. This is arranged by Southern Oaks is supported by references and other suitability checks.
We are a diverse culture that embraces and includes individuals from all walks of life. Our commitment to diversity ensures that everyone feels valued, supported, and respected.
All our properties are accessible for wheelchair users.
What's the time commitment and where?
Time Commitment:
Monday mornings 11am – 12pm
Location:
Southerrn Oaks Nonsuch, Old Schools Lane, Ewell, KT17 1FL
Nearest station Ewell West
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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