Home visitor- 'Living Well with Hearing Loss' project– Action on Hearing Loss

The project aims to ensure that people in North Wales can live well with hearing loss. This is done by supporting people in their homes to learn how to use assistive equipment. This is a joint project between CoS - Centre of Signs/Sight/Sound (formerly NWDA) and Action on Hearing Loss so volunteers will be registered with both organisations.

Duties in this role will include-

•           Learning how assistive equipment works

•           Make home visits to people with hearing loss

•           Help people with hearing loss learn how to use assistive  equipment

•           Sign posting people to other organisations

•           Giving people advice on hearing loss issues 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Evening (5 - 8pm) Hospital Trolley Rounds - Ysbyty Gwynedd – Royal Voluntary Service

Volunteers required to assist in the provision of a trolley shop service within Ysbyty Gwynedd hospital, offering refreshments, reading material and engaging socially with patients.

This is a great way for friends and couples to volunteer as a team or individually to help serve those in hospital, both staff and patients.

The evening rounds would benefit those still at college or doing their Duke of Edinburgh Awards scheme. 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Hospital Trolley Rounds Afternoon (12.30 - 3pm) - Ysbyty Gwynedd – Royal Voluntary Service

Volunteers required to assist in the provision of a trolley shop service within Ysbyty Gwynedd hospital, offering refreshments, reading material and engaging socially with patients.

This is a great way for friends and couples to volunteer as a team or individually to help serve those in hospital, both staff and patients.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Morning Hospital Trolley Rounds - Ysbyty Gwynedd – Royal Voluntary Service

Volunteers required to assist in the provision of a trolley shop service in Ysbyty Gwynedd offering refreshments, reading material and engaging socially with patients.

This is a great way for friends and couples to volunteer as a team or individually to help serve those in hospital, both staff and patients.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Coastal Watchkeeper– National Coastwatch Institution Porthdinllaen

Watchkeepers are the eyes and ears along our coastline, keeping a visual watch, monitoring radio channels and making full use of our binoculars and telescopes, weather instrumentation and telephone contact with Holyhead Coastguard.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Funded Volunteering Overseas – Raleigh ICS

Raleigh International want young people to volunteer overseas with ICS (International Citizen Service), a development programme which is fully funded by the UK government.

Raleigh delivers ICS in Nepal, Tanzania and Nicaragua, and run programmes all year round.

ICS aims to bring about three things: project impact, volunteer personal development and the creation of active citizens.

Aged 18-25? A UK or EU/EEA citizen that has been living in Britain for at least 12 months? Apply as a volunteer by the end of February for a space in one of our summer placements lasting 10 weeks.

Aged 23-35? Apply as a team leader. Placements last from 14 weeks to 8 months.

Spaces are available on the following placements:

Nepal, 18th June - 26th August 2017 & 22 Jun - 30 Aug 2017

Nicaragua, 23rd June - 31st August 2017

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Community Transport Volunteer– Royal Voluntary Service

Volunteers use their own cars to pick up, transport and help local older people to live independently in the community. This includes providing lifts to medical appointments, clubs or groups, to the local shops or to see friends and family.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Visitor Experience Volunteer– Storiel

Are you interested in art and history?  Do you have a few hours to spare each week?  Storiel are looking for dependable individuals to support Storiel staff in providing the best visitor experience for everyone. A deep understanding of art and history is not required.  Meeting and supporting visitors will be a big part of the role and you will meet people from all over the world so good interpersonal skills are required.  We are looking for facilitators to support the history galleries, art galleries, the shop, reception, tourist information point and the learning space.  We currently require volunteers for Wednesdays 11-5pm and possibly 5-9pm from the end of April, Thursday's, Fridays and Saturdays 11-5pm.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Speak UP Supporter – Age Connects North Wales Central

To support and encourage vulnerable older people to have the confidence to speak up for themselves in  residential and nursing homes. To encourage resilience and self-esteem and to encourage self advocacy skills. To support older people to have their needs, rights and wishes upheld. 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Volunteer Perinatal Befriender – Family Action

What is the Perinatal Support Service?

Family Action’s Perinatal Support Service is an early intervention, low intensity service for those with low level (mild to moderate) diagnosed mental health issues or who are at risk of developing mental health issues in the perinatal period.

The service is led by a professional coordinator with a health, social care or early years background.

What will I have to do?

As a befriender you will have the opportunity to:

•  Offer parents regular emotional support to reduce social isolation and to help mum/dad be more emotionally available for their baby and other family members

•  Observe how mum/dad respond to the baby and offer guidance on how they can better relate their baby
• Help mum/dad take the baby and other children outside of the home so they can access services they need - i.e. health services, shops, parks and children’s centres
• Give the mum/dad support with issues which concern them.
 
For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Snowdon Volunteer Warden – Snowdonia National Park Authority

The Snowdonia National Park Authority is looking to add new volunteers to its existing Snowdon Volunteer Warden team. Team members offer a friendly and approachable public face for visitors to Snowdon’s busiest paths, summit and car parks. The role includes providing information, advice and reassurance on route choice and safety on the mountain; keeping the busiest paths free of litter and carrying out basic footpath maintenance work.

To engage with walkers and provide information and advice on:

-  route choice,  suitable equipment for the terrain and weather conditions (footwear etc),  local services,  safety considerations on the Mountain.

To inform the duty warden and if necessary contact the rescue services in the event of a serious incident. To keep a record of and report to the duty warden at the end of the day all minor incidents.  To carry out litter picks on the paths and around the summit.   To carry out basic maintenance to paths and to report back on any major issues.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Hospital Trolley Rounds – RVS (Ysbyty Gwynedd)

Volunteers required to assist in the provision of a trolley shop service within Ysbyty Gwynedd hospital, offering refreshments, reading material and engaging socially with patients.  This is a great way for friends and couples to volunteer as a team or individually to help serve those in hospital, both staff and patients.  The evening rounds would benefit those still at college or doing their Duke of Edinburgh Awards scheme. For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Alternative Education Sessions Volunteer – GISDA

• To follow the company policies and procedures
• Support staff to run successful sessions
• Support students to complete their work books
• 1:1 support for vulnerable students
• Expand personal awareness of alternative education courses such as anger management, confidence building and substance misuse
• Increase awareness of the alternative education sessions within schools/ school pupils.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Volunteering at the Ysgwrn (nr Trawsfynydd)

Welcoming Visitors to Yr Ysgwrn.  We’ll need to give visitors a warm welcome at Yr Ysgwrn. You’ll be selling tickets, tea,coffee and cake, and providing visitor information about the site.  Guiding People in the Ffermdy (farmhouse).

Learning about the Ysgwrn story is an integral part of the visitor experience at Yr Ysgwrn. You’ll be looking after visitors in the farmhouse and providing general. information about Hedd Wyn’s story, Yr Ysgwrn and the Black Chair. Helping out in the Garden.  There are two gardens situated in front of the farmhouse that will

need enthusiastic green fingered volunteers to look after them. For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

1st Caernarfon Cub Scout Leaders & Assistant Leaders (Bethesda)

Scouting is about having fun, adventure and making new friends for young people and grown-ups too! You don't need a Scouting background but as a Leader or Assistant Leader would be happy to do our free award winning training to help you develop the skills and knowledge you need.  Scouting is great to enhance your CV and will  make a real difference to the lives of young people and your local community. Cub Scouts is for girls & boys aged 8 - 10.5 years old. You would be joining a team of volunteers who work together to plan and run a varied program of games & activities with the Cubs, who meet weekly during school terms.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

LEARN TOGETHER CYMRU VOLUNTEER

Volunteers support pupils for a couple of hours each week, in schools or community settings, listening to them read, giving extra help with Maths or other subjects, or getting involved with a range of activities from gardening, to cooking, to drama, to knitting.  The important thing is the regular one-to-one interaction (always supervised by teachers or staff.) Just 10 minutes a day listening to children read can make a huge difference to their overall ability and confidence.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteer@mantellgwynedd.com

Reception Duties – Harlech and Ardudwy Leisure

·         Answering the telephone.

·         Taking messages.

·         Use of Till.

·         Keeping records.

·         Dealing with customers.

·         Some computer work.

 

  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Cafe Assistant – Harlech and Ardudwy Leisure

·         Taking meals out.

·         Cleaning duties - tables etc.

·         Washing up and keeping crockery tidy.

·         Making tea and coffee.

·         Serving customers.

·         Using the till.

·         General cleaning. 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Marketing – Harlech and Ardudwy Leisure

Experienced, energetic, and enthusiastic person to liase with the centre manager and Board to devise, plan and deliver effective marketing for the swimming pool, climbing wall, and cafe.To work within a small budget.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Moving Forward Volunteer - Moving Forward courses – Breast Cancer Care Cymru

We understand that a person’s need for support doesn't end when treatment finishes. Our Moving Forward services and information are for anyone living with and beyond breast cancer, helping them approach life after treatment with increased confidence.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

7th Bangor Beaver Scout Leaders & Section Assistant – Scouts Cymru

Beavers is for girls & boys aged 6 - 8 years old. There are volunteering opportunities for  Beaver Scout Leaders or  Beaver Scout Section Assistants. The roles involve joining a team of volunteers in planning and running a varied program of games & activities with the Beaver Scouts. Training is provided which is free and can be accredited by the Open College Network. Scouting is about having fun and making new friends, it's great to enhance your CV and make a contribution to the lives of young people and your local community. 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Bereavement Support Volunteer – Cruse

We need more Bereavement Volunteers across North Wales... could YOU help fill the gap?

We provide support to adults, children and young persons who are having difficulty coping with the loss, through death, of a significant person in their lives. We are looking for volunteers who have some regular spare time to give and a desire to be involved.

We need volunteers who can give some of their free time and will to sensitively support a bereaved person work through their loss and help them create their own coping strategies, undertake intensive accredited training & gain experience in bereavement support and share skills & knowledge with a group of caring, like-minded individuals.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Support volunteer for I.T., Web or social media – Cruse

If you have a couple of hours a week to spare for a great cause then read on. Your skills in I.T can help provide essential support for prospective clients, our partners and our volunteers across the North Wales Area. 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Helpers with riding sessions - Meirionnydd Special Riding Group

Volunteers need to be able to run short distances with ponies.  No experience necessary and full training will be given. 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Costumed Victorian Kitchen Guide – National Trust, Penrhyn Castle

A Costumed Victorian Kitchen Guide will naturally provide a warm welcome for all our visitors, helping them to explore and learn more about Penrhyn Castle’s history and make sure they have an enjoyable and memorable visit. These roles are carried out in in period costume. 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Room Guide – National Trust, Penrhyn Castle

Help visitors enjoy their visit to Penrhyn Castle by welcoming them to the castle and giving information about the history of the rooms and the furniture/paintings.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Various Volunteering Roles – Wild Elements

 

·         Gardening Volunteers

·         Marketing Volunteers

·         Outdoor Education Volunteers

·         Site Volunteers 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Hospital Shop and Cafe – Royal Voluntary Service

RVS  shops, café and trolley serve hospital patients, staff and visitors with the added warmth of a friendly understanding volunteer. 

Volunteers are needed to help run the service, serve customers, take payment and provide a listening ear.

Volunteers needed:

Wednesday 3pm – 7pm

Wednesday 11am – 2.30pm

Wednesday 8am – 11am

Tuesday 4pm – 7.30pm 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Men’s Shed– Age Cymru Gwynedd a Môn

We are looking to recruit volunteers to support the new men's shed scheme in Caernarfon. Men's Shed is a national initiative which supports men. Activities are organised which meets the interests of those involved e.g. wood work, gardening, art and craft, LPs and walking.  Caernarfon's Mens' Shed is located on the Cibyn Industrial Estate.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Sport & Play Instructor - Balkans, Greece and Turkey Expedition Autumn 2017 – World at Play

This is an international opportunity for those aged 18 or over to join the World At Play team on an 10 week expedition to the Balkans, Greece and Turkey and make a real difference to the lives of disadvantaged people:  Eight volunteers along with a Team Leader run developmental play and sport sessions at our partner organisations in Croatia, Bosnia, Kosovo and Serbia and refugee camps in Greece and Turkey.  All Volunteers receive full training as Play Leaders.  You will get first hand experience in an international development charity.  You will explore a region beyond the tourist trail and have one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life.  Our next expedition will leave in September 2017

Volunteers are asked to fund raise up to £850 towards costs.  Bursaries are available and assistance towards fund raising can be given (all money fundraised goes towards costs).

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Community Fundraisers - Leukaemia Care

We are looking for people across the country to volunteer as Community Fundraisers for us.  This very flexible role can involve as much or as little time as you have and can fit around your daily responsibilities.

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Online Library Volunteer - Seeing Ear

Working from home and in your own free time, you will help us add books to our online library. Our free online library provides books in a flexible format to support readers who need books in an accessible format due to reasons such as visual impairment, dyslexia or a physical disability. You will be editing, styling and formatting MS Word files and we will give you all the training you need for this which again can be done at home via email.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Caernarfon Food Festival 2017 Volunteers (various roles)

1. General stewarding

2. Assist the general public with what's on during the event

3.Distribute what's on guides and receive financial donations

4. Answer any questions about the event

5. Be familiar with the whole event and programme

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Volunteer Guide/Leader on Walks for Visually Impaired People– Snowdonia National Park Authority

Snowdonia National Parc Authority organise monthly walks for blind and visually impaired people. The walks are usually held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month in the National Park and surrounding areas.

We are looking for experienced walkers who know the area well who could help with organising and leading the walks.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Volunteer Befriender / Peer Support– Stroke Association

Befrienders and Peer Supporters offer support across our Life After Stroke Services.  They help to reduce social isolation and improve confidence and self-esteem of stroke survivors.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Volunteer Admin Support– Tanymaen

To assist our projects with administration, including data entry, making client appointments, calendar entries, maintaining and updating records, filing and other documentary work.  Full training and reimbursement of out of pocket expenses will be provided.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Marketing Area Representative– Cambrian Credit Union Ltd

• Establishing relationships with local community groups and organisations

• Sourcing free methods and locations of leaflet distributions

• Maintaining publicity material such as display boards and leaflets in libraries and schools

• If willing, attending and delivering presentations to relevant organisations, as and when requested by MSAL and MSAO 

For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Learn Together Cymru Organiser- Volunteering Matters

If you have good organisational or people skills you could help our volunteers change children’s futures…

The Learn Together Cymru project recruits and places volunteers in schools and community settings, to support pupils’ learning in a variety of subjects.   Could you give a few hours per week to help with organising the project in your local area?  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

International placements - India*– Empower – Be The Change

Support local communities and projects in Bangalore or Tamil Nadu.

Teaching, sports coaching, conservation and women empowerment projects.  All based with local charities and delivering real community projects.

*Fees are applicable and range from £700-£1,400 per month depending on location in India.  For further information: http://bit.ly/2i5IIza

Volunteer Learning Assistant Internship - in Conwy– RSPB

CONWY AREA!

We have a volunteer internship from March - September 2017. We are looking for volunteers to deliver clearly defined sessions to groups of up to 30 young people of all ages and abilities throughout our summer season. You would mainly be delivering to school groups but will also have opportunities to gain experience working with families and adults.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Adopt a Tin Ambassador – Action on Hearing Loss

Do you want to help raise awareness and vital funds? You can adopt one of our collection tins and place it in your community.  'Adopting' one of our collection tins is an easy, flexible way to raise vital funds and improve the lives of people affected by hearing loss who need our support.  Place your collection tin in your local store, coffee shop or community center and help us to raise awareness of Action on Hearing Loss at the same time as raising money that will help us make a difference to people living with hearing loss. See the difference you could make by adopting a tin.  If you would like to get involved in your local area and help us support people with hearing loss, request a collection tin today.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Independent Custody Visitor (18 years +) CLOSING DATE 3/2/2017 - North Wales Police

The office of the Police and Crime Commissioner is seeking to recruit volunteer Independent Custody Visitor to visit people being held in police custody suites in north Wales.

The role entails checking that the welfare and needs of the people held in custody are being met.

Independent Custody Visitors must be over 18 and have the ability to make informed, objective and independent judgments.

Visitors are expected to make a minimum of 10 visits per year - spread evenly throughout the year.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com

Hearing Aid Volunteer- Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Hearing Aid Volunteers support and advise hearing aid users, their families and carers in the regular maintenance of hearing aids. Our current volunteers describe the enjoyment they gain from supporting others in their community in such a vital way.  For further information, contact Mantell Gwynedd on 01286 672626 or volunteering@mantellgwynedd.com