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Exercise at Home Programme Volunteer

Support people living in the borough of Westminster to become more active and help them regain their independence!

Age UK Westminster is running home-based exercise and physical activity sessions tailored to meet the needs of individuals who might be housebound, living with chronic conditions, having mobility and balance issues, and finding activities of daily living challenging.

Working side by side with the Fit4Life coordinator, you will spend 1 to 2 hours a week supporting a client with exercise sessions prescribed/agreed beforehand by the coordinator. You will be provided with all the necessary training and will be supported throughout your volunteering experience.

It’s an exciting and diverse role offering an opportunity to gain invaluable experiences and to be a vital part of a brand-new project within Age UK Westminster. Our team is growing, and we need great individuals to help us thrive.

We can provide you with a great reference and new skills for your CV.

Skills and attributes required:

  • Some understanding of the most common chronic conditions and mobility issues
  • Passionate about supporting people to develop and maintain their physical wellbeing
  • Good listening and communication skills
  • Able to maintain confidentiality
  • Open-minded, professional, and flexible approach
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Committed to Equal Opportunities
  • Able to recognise and work within personal and organisational boundaries

Experience required:

  • Experience or demonstrable interest in exercise and physical activity
  • General knowledge of the benefits of regular physical activity participation

General knowledge of some of the most common chronic conditions and mobility issues

Mandatory Training & Development:

  • General Induction

Volunteering Location: 

Volunteering will take place remotely at clients' homes.

What We Offer:

  • The chance to be part of a lively team who will facilitate your development with support and ongoing training
  • Induction, supervision and volunteer get-togethers.
  • Coordinator available if information, coaching or support is required.
  • Monthly Support and Supervision session.
  • The opportunity to be involved with projects where your own ideas and input will be valued.
  • The chance to make a real contribution to Age UK Westminster's work
  • Professional references after 3 months of volunteering
  • Travel expenses reimbursed with proof of receipt
  • Lunch expenses are covered after a minimum of 4 hours of volunteering
  • Rewards/ recognition throughout the year, including two volunteer party invitations a year.

How to apply

To apply for this position please click on the following link to complete the online volunteer application form https://form.jotform.com/210604141164037

Alternatively, you can download and complete the volunteer application form below and return it to our team at volunteering@ageukwestminster.org.uk or return a printed copy of the application form by post to the address below.

Volunteer Team
Age UK Westminster
Beethoven Centre
Third Avenue
London
W10 4JL

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