Disability Equality NW have the following volunteer vacancies:
Reception Volunteers: to be the first point of contact for enquiries and messages, either face-to-face or by telephone. Must be able to record enquiries and take messages. Located at DENW offices for 3 hour shifts on Mondays and Tuesdays and Friday mornings.
Events Volunteers: to assist staff at various community events and activities. Must be comfortable interacting with the general public and promoting DENW services and projects. Various times and locations to be arranged.
Co-trainer Volunteers: to support training events and workshop delivery for partner agencies and community groups. Must be confident talking to groups. Various times and locations to be arranged.
Friendship Friday Volunteers: to support the Friday afternoon drop-in sessions at DENW by helping to prepare activities, engaging with people attending the session and clearing tables as required. Minimum 3 hour shift alternate Fridays to be agreed.
General Criteria
We are looking for people with lived experience of disability who are able to travel independently. We will reimburse reasonable out-of-pocket expenses.
Applicants should have good communication and people skills, be a good listener, friendly and reliable. Successful applicants will need to attend all relevant induction and volunteer training sessions and agree to enhanced DBS clearance.
Applying
For an application pack please email: dean@disability-equality.org.uk
Telephone: 01772 558863 or text 07841017472 if you need additional support or information.
Download Pack
Reception Volunteer Role Description – Download PDF.
Events Volunteer Role Description – Download PDF.
Co-trainer Volunteer Role Description – Download PDF.
Friendship Friday Volunteer Role Description – Download PDF.
Volunteer Application Form – Download PDF.