Volunteer Telford

Deliver food/meals to luncheon clubs and residents in their own homes.

Signal supports people who are Deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus, in the UK and internationally. We aim to break down barriers to inclusivity. We do this by challenging perceptions and improving access to healthcare, education, employment and services.

Role Description
As Social Media Assistant, you will be involved in writing and scheduling posts for Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, keeping up to date with Signal’s work and promoting this across different channels. Our ideal volunteer will be fun loving and social media savvy as well as a great communicator in order to keep telling our story. You will also spend some time throughout the week responding to comments, particularly on Twitter. You must be confident using a variety of social media platforms and scheduling tools whilst being creative and proactive, with a keen eye for detail and alert to external events that can be linked to Signal. Prior experience in social media or marketing is desirable.

What we offer
Develop your social media writing skills and be the voice of a national and international charity
organisation
The prospect of building experience for a CV – we give references for committed volunteers
The chance to make a vital contribution to an organisation that is passionate about supporting people who are Deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus
Some social media training

Volunteer Role

To assist the Early Help and support staff in the planning, delivery and evaluation of the service provided and other events as appropriate.

Reporting to:

• Town Clerk for overall line management
• Children’s Centre Coordinator for day to day guidance, training and formal supervision.
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Key Tasks

The Volunteer will be expected to:

1. Facilitate planned play activities and encourage parents and carers to actively participate in their children’s play and learning. 
2. Assist in the preparation of the venue. 
3. Welcome and introduce parents, carers and children to the session (the ‘meet and greet’ role) and support with the conclusion of the session.
4. Assist in tidying up during and after the session and encourage parents, carers and children to be actively involved also. 
5. Assist Children and Early Help and Support staff in maintaining a safe environment at all times. 
6. Promote Early Help and Support activities, including Parents Panel, Advisory Boards, and services of our partner agencies. 
7. Inform the appropriate Early Help and Support member of staff, at the earliest opportunity, should they be unable to attend a session or event. 
8. Work within the policies and procedures of Children and Family Early Help Oakengates Town Council, with particular reference to Safeguarding, Confidentiality, Equality and Diversity, and Health and Safety.

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We have opportunities for volunteers with experience in social media marketing and general administration.

Candidates would be home based and hours would be flexible.