Ward Assistant - Afternoon Support: 12.45pm to 15.45pm

For St Wilfrid's Hospice

People come in to our Ward for a variety of reasons. We can help with difficulties such as pain, nausea or breathlessness that may be harder to deal with at home. We can help bring these symptoms back under control so that patients can return home to familiar surroundings and spend precious time with their loved ones.

People also come as their illness advances, often choosing to be with us in their final days.

We would like more volunteers to help support our wonderful nursing team on the ward by welcoming visitors with a friendly smile, taking care of all the little details to ensure the hospice feels homely, chatting to patients and relatives, make drinks, serve lunches and keep our ward kitchen clean and tidy.

Skills

Ability to relate to people
Good communication skills
Sufficiently fit and able to carry out role

About St Wilfrid's Hospice

St Wilfrid’s Hospice is much more than a building. We provide tailored end of life care both in the community and at our Hospice, supporting our patients living with a terminal illness, and their family and friends.

All our vital services are provided free of charge, thanks to the generous support of fundraisers and donors.

Interests

Health and Social Care

Activities

General Helping
Supporting People and Befriending

Details

Yes - DBS check required
Yes - Equality and Diversity Policy
Yes - Expenses reimbursed
Yes - Health and Safety Policy
Yes - Is it fully accessible
Yes - Ongoing support
Yes - Suitable for physical or sensory impairment
Yes - Suitable for Under 18's
16 years +
Yes - Training provided
Yes - Volunteer induction
Yes - Volunteer Policy
Yes - Volunteers covered by insurance
Yes - Written role description

Availability

	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat	Sun
Morning	No	No	No	No	No	No	No
Afternoon	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Evening	No	No	No	No	No	No	No

The duty times we specifically need cover for are 1245 to 1545. We need to cover our rota to help our team of nurses 7 days a week so if you are free either weekly or fortnightly please get in contact. Full training and support is provided by the Voluntary Service Team. Any time you can give would be gratefully appreciated, giving your spare time really can help make a genuine and significant difference.