Maintenance Volunteer
Cheltenham
About the role
Our buildings and grounds make it possible for us to provide 24 hour care to people when they need it most. In this role you’ll work with our maintenance team carrying out everyday tasks that help our hospice run to the highest standard.
Activities may include:
● Supporting weekly maintenance safety checks
● Clearing outdoor paths
● Upkeep of the outside areas
● Minor repairs and fault finding
● Painting and decorating
How often we’d like your support
We hope you’ll volunteer 3 - 6 hours a week, but all our roles are flexible to suit you.
What we hope you’ll bring to the role
You might not have experience of everything on this list. That’s fine; finding the right person is more important to us than ticking all the boxes.
We hope you’ll:
● Understand how important health and safety is
● Have basic maintenance skills (not essential)
● Be reliable
● Have a warm and friendly approach
● Be able to work on your own and as part of a team
What you can expect from us
We want to provide an experience that is inclusive, friendly, and supportive.
To do this we will:
• Offer all the training you need in your role
• Make sure you feel appreciated and respected
• Provide regular support in a way that suits you
• Ask for your feedback on how we can do better
• Deal with any concerns or complaints quickly and fairly
• Make sure you have a clear understanding of what you need to do in your role
• Repay out-of-pocket travel expenses
Some of the benefits to you
• Join a team that celebrates diversity and individual differences
• Make new friends and feel connected
• Feel more confident and improve your wellbeing
• Boost your CV and gain references for your future employers
• Help change lives and support your local community
More information about volunteering
As well as the tasks already mentioned, all Sue Ryder volunteers have the following responsibilities:
• Completing the relevant checks and training needed for the role.
• Following Sue Ryder policies and procedures
• Showing a positive attitude towards diversity and inclusion
• Showing a commitment to Sue Ryder’s core values and behaviours
• Understanding their responsibility relating to data protection
To apply, please click on Apply Now.
Salary: UNPAID
Hours Per Week: 3 - 6
