About us
Wigan and Leigh Hospice is a well-established charity which has been operating since 1983. We provide a wide range of palliative care services to people with advancing life-limiting illnesses of any diagnosis and to those people important to them. The support we offer is tailored to meet individuals’ physical, social, spiritual and emotional needs
Many services provided by Wigan & Leigh Hospice are dependent on the goodwill of our generous volunteers.
Volunteers benefit from subsidised meals, help towards bus fare (subject to certain conditions) and can apply for a Blue Light Card after their probation period.
About the role
We are currently looking to recruit 2 additional Volunteer Administrators, to support the Retail Team. This role would suit someone with previous general admin experience.
You will be required to work one shift per week on a Thursday or Friday, please specify on your application form which day you would prefer.
Main Responsibilities
- To provide administration support to the Retail Team
- Answer/make any phone calls as required in a polite and courteous manner
- To support the team to run the van driver’s diary, answer calls regarding bookings, cancellations and enquiries
- Photocopying as required
- Ensure that the office runs in a professional and organised manner
- Filing of documents
- Role model the Hospice core values of Compassion, Accessibility, Respect and Excellence
Training and support
- Undertake the necessary mandatory training provided for this role.
Personal skills
- Ability to communicate well in a variety of situations.
- Caring, compassionate and respectful nature.
- Have a calm disposition and be friendly and approachable.
- Trustworthy and reliable.
- Open outlook on the diversity of approaches to life.
How to apply
If you would like to apply to become a volunteer please fill in the form by clicking on the link.
The post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Services Check (DBS).
If you would like any further information please contact Rachel Tilly, Volunteer Coordinator for an informal chat on 01942 525566 or email v@wlh.org.uk.
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