Organisation Name:
Community Connect
Organisation's Cause(s):
Equality / Human & Civil Rights
Local Community
Poverty
Location of voluntary activity:
St Clement's Church, 15A Scarcroft Road, York YO23 1NE
When are volunteers needed: Fridays between 9.45am and 12.15pm, could be weekly, fortnightly or monthly
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Community Work
Greeter / Welcomer
IT Support
Role description:
Welcoming and socialising with people who attend the community cafe, helping to create a relaxed friendly environment; may also include serving non-alcoholic drinks and snacks, or assisting with internet use (optional).
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
Social skills, conversation.
Sensitivity and ability to relate to a wide range of people.
Listening skills.
Friendly, warm approach
Confidentiality.
Reliability
Commitment to inclusion and non-discrimination.
Internet skills (optional)
Will there be a DBS check? No
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Hearing impaired
Ongoing Volunteering
Short term Volunteering
Skilled Volunteer
Vision impaired
Volunteers with limited English
Wheelchair users
Work Experience
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
An enjoyable social time. We also offer you experience of providing community support for people who may be isolated or have community care needs, offering free internet access, working in partnership with Community Care and a local foodbank. Valuable experience for your CV if you intend to work in social or community work
How to get involved:
Please contact Juliet Hawley to arrange a visit or informal chat. juliet.hawley@outlook.com
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 31-12-2025