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As a Gardening Volunteer in family homes, you can help make a real impact on the lives of families with children facing complex health challenges and a shortened life. Having access to a secure garden or outdoor area can be crucial for providing opportunities to play and relax, which can be invaluable for the mental well-being of these families. Our Gardening Volunteer role supports numerous Tŷ Hafan families who find it difficult to clear and maintain their gardens or outdoor spaces, alongside providing around the clock care for their child or young person. Often, once the space has been cleared, the task becomes more manageable and less daunting, giving families the breathing space they need to maintain the area by themselves. Considerations: Age requirement: 21+ Location: Across South & West Wales (in your local area). We welcome applications from UK residents, including those with a valid visa living in the UK. Time commitment: Flexible and can be adjusted to accommodate your personal schedule. The support plans designed for referred families are typically structured to span a period of six weeks. Background checks: Enhanced DBS check, 2 references and induction/training course required before starting. Due to the nature of the role, we are looking for volunteers with some skills, experience and knowledge of gardening, either as a profession or as a hobby. Activities include: * Mowing the lawn, trimming hedges, and pruning shrubs/trees; * Disposal of garden waste; * Planting bulbs and tidying up flower beds; * General tidy up of outdoor spaces; * Other ad-hoc gardening tasks on a seasonal basis. At Tŷ Hafan our people values are working together, demonstrating compassion, providing excellent service and taking ownership . We expect all colleagues and volunteers to behave with high levels of integrity and to represent our values as a core part of their role. Training you will receive: You will receive a comprehensive introduction to Tŷ Hafan and your role, to include an in-person Induction and Training Programme as well as additional e-learning. You will be a part of a friendly and supportive team who will assist you with any queries or concerns through regular and ongoing meetings. Other role and organisation specific training is available including both supplementary and mandatory training. All volunteers must maintain their mandatory training to continue in their role. The benefits of becoming a Gardening Volunteer in Family Homes: * Make a positive difference in the lives of children with life-shortening conditions and their families, by creating and maintaining beautiful outdoor spaces for them to enjoy; * Attend Volunteer Celebration Events throughout the year; * Meet new people and join a friendly community of volunteers, passionate about helping others; * Develop your existing gardening skills and knowledge; * Expenses will be provided following discussion about the role. This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.
Date Posted: Apr 25, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Joining this role means you'll be at the heart of providing essential support to families facing the unimaginable; caring for their child who's life will be short. Many families in Wales are unfortunately facing this challenge alone, without support from others. As a Practical Family Support Volunteer for Tŷ Hafan, you will assist families in need with various light tasks such as cleaning, tidying up and laundry. Your contribution will go beyond housekeeping; it's about taking some of the pressure off and giving families the breathing space they need to spend more precious time together. This role offers the satisfaction of knowing you are making a positive impact on families with a child with a life-shortening condition, by helping them create a tidy, clean and safe home environment that reduces their daily stress and worries. Most importantly, you will be helping us to ensure that no family faces this challenge, alone. Considerations: Age requirement: 21+ Location: Across South & West Wales (in your local area). Please note that we only accept applications from residents of the UK. Time commitment: Flexible and can be adjusted to accommodate your personal schedule. The support plans designed for referred families are typically structured to span a period of six weeks. Background checks: Enhanced DBS check, 2 references and induction/training course required before starting. Due to the nature of the role, we are looking for volunteers with some skills, experience and knowledge of gardening, either as a profession or as a hobby. Activities include: Activities include helping families with light housekeeping tasks such as; cleaning, dusting, vacuuming and laundry, giving them the space they need to be there for their child who needs them. We are looking for volunteers who: * Can empathise with the families you are helping and show them kindness and respect; * Are reliable and flexible and committed to volunteering on a longer term basis; * Will follow our health and safety guidelines, policies and procedures and report any issues or concerns to the Family Support Volunteer Manager; * Are respectful of the privacy, preferences and needs of the families you are supporting; * Are polite and friendly; * Can adapt to different situations and challenges; * Enjoy making a difference in the lives of others At Tŷ Hafan our people values are working together, demonstrating compassion, providing excellent service and taking ownership . We expect all colleagues and volunteers to behave with high levels of integrity and to represent our values as a core part of their role. Training you will receive: You will receive a comprehensive introduction to Tŷ Hafan and your role, to include an in-person Induction and Training Programme as well as additional e-learning. You will be a part of a friendly and supportive team who will assist you with any queries or concerns through regular and ongoing meetings. Other role and organisation specific training is available including both supplementary and mandatory training. All volunteers must maintain their mandatory training to continue in their role. The benefits of becoming a Practical Family Support Volunteer in Family Homes: * Make a positive difference in the lives of children with life-shortening conditions and their families, by helping them to maintain clean spaces for them to enjoy; * Attend Volunteer Celebration Events throughout the year; * Meet new people and join a friendly community of volunteers, passionate about helping others; * Expenses will be provided following discussion about the role. This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.
Date Posted: Apr 24, 2025
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Flexible Schedule
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Make a real difference to children in Wales with a life-shortening condition by becoming a Fundraising Volunteer today! As a Fundraising Volunteer you’ll assist with fundraising events and collections throughout the year, as and when you can. You’ll engage with members of the public and use your knowledge of your local area to promote the work of Ty Hafan. By becoming a fundraising volunteer, you'll help us raise essential funds for children with life-shortening conditions and their families. Considerations: Age requirement: 16 (If under 18 you will be required to provide parental permission) Location: Throughout South/West Wales Commitment: Flexible Background checks : We will ask you to provide us with the details of two referees. A DBS check may be required for roles with more responsibility. We welcome applications from individuals with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments. Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the informal chat for this role. Activities include: * Take part in our bucket collections throughout the year in town/city centres, supermarkets, shopping centres and other venues. You'll be added to our mailing list and receive occasional emails throughout the year with information about upcoming volunteering opportunities. You can then register your interest when you see something that appeals to you * Use your knowledge of your local area to place collection tins in your community, visiting the premises on a regular basis and count and bank the money on our behalf * You will promote Ty Hafan fundraising events and campaigns in your community (for example Tea for Ty Hafan) and encourage others to register to hold their own tea party * You will encourage local community groups and organisations to support and fundraise for Ty Hafan, using your existing networks and knowledge of your community * You will work closely with the Regional Fundraiser to maximise all opportunities within your area click here to view a full role description Ready to apply? Click here to fill in an application form on your laptop/pc Click here to complete an application form on your mobile phone/tablet This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not a legally binding one or an employment contract. Providing care and support is something we are only able to do because of the kindness and commitment of our wonderful staff, supporters and volunteers.
Date Posted: May 1, 2025
