Events Assistant

Help make a difference in the lives of older people.

We are looking for volunteers to support the staff team at events and activities for older people at various locations across Adur and Worthing, Brighton and Hove in community spaces, (e.g. halls/church halls), sheltered/retirement accommodation, other community venues.

This is an important role in supporting the team as events can get quite busy or require a lot of one-to-one work from staff.

The role would be on an ad-hoc basis as required. We may have several dates close together or the odd one here and there.

Main Tasks:

• To help set up and implement the event, (this may include moving chairs and tables around the space), and help tidy and pack up at the end of the event. 
• To assist in the set-up of display boards/information stand, if needed.
• To prepare for the serving of refreshments, and assist in the serving.
• To support clients/attendees to take part in group activities.
• To support staff to inform participants of AUKWSBH services and be an "ambassador" for the organisation.
• To help deliver a 1-1 activity if required.

 

Skills

Role Requirements:

• Good communication including good listening skills.
• Friendly approach.
• Reliability.
• Comply with health and safety requirements.
• Physically  able to move furniture and other items.
• A professional manner.
• Enjoy working in a team.
• Patience and understanding.
• Able to maintain confidentiality but alert the staff member if you have any concerns about a client.

   

Benefits

• Gain experience in a customer-facing role and help in building skills for paid jobs. 
• Be part of a new service in a new hub, and learn about our charity's work.
• Learn new IT skills.
• Make new friends.
• You will be making a big difference to the lives of older people in Adur and Worthing, Brighton and Hove. 

Practical Considerations

• Be physically able enough to move tables, chairs and other items with reasonable ease and without causing yourself undue harm.
• Volunteers need to be flexible with their time.
• There will be a full induction and training.
• Ongoing support. 

When do I need to be available?

Details	Events generally last between 2-3hrs with additional set up and pack away time. Events could take place in the morning or afternoon. Commitment will be between 3-4hrs depending on the nature of the event.

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