Macmillan Beyond Diagnosis Practical Support Volunteer
OFFERED BY:
Self Help UKLocation(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: 21-23 Pelham Road Nottingham NG5 1APHow many places are on offer?
Purpose of Role:
Make a Real Difference
Are you looking for a flexible and rewarding way to help people affected by cancer? As a Practical Support Volunteer, you’ll provide short-term, one-off support to individuals when they need it most. Whether it’s helping someone get to an appointment, setting up their smartphone, or tackling a small DIY task, your time and skills can make a huge impact.
Are you looking for a flexible and rewarding way to help people affected by cancer? As a Practical Support Volunteer, you’ll provide short-term, one-off support to individuals when they need it most. Whether it’s helping someone get to an appointment, setting up their smartphone, or tackling a small DIY task, your time and skills can make a huge impact.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
📍 Location: Nottingham & Nottinghamshire (We’ll match opportunities as locally as possible.)
Make a Real Difference
Are you looking for a flexible and rewarding way to help people affected by cancer? As a Practical Support Volunteer, you’ll provide short-term, one-off support to individuals when they need it most. Whether it’s helping someone get to an appointment, setting up their smartphone, or tackling a small DIY task, your time and skills can make a huge impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
Every person’s journey with cancer is different, and so is the support they may need. Typical requests include:
💻 Tech Help – Showing someone how to use a smartphone, make video calls, send emails, or shop online.
🔧 Practical Tasks – Moving furniture, minor DIY, or helping with a one-off gardening or cleaning job.
🚶♂️ Getting Out & About – Accompanying someone to a hospital appointment or a community activity.
🚗 Transport Support – Giving a lift to an appointment or event.
🛒 Grocery Shopping – Picking up essentials for someone coming home from the hospital.
You'll be part of a trusted volunteer network that we can call upon when support is needed. If you're available, great! If not, no worries—this role is truly flexible.
Make a Real Difference
Are you looking for a flexible and rewarding way to help people affected by cancer? As a Practical Support Volunteer, you’ll provide short-term, one-off support to individuals when they need it most. Whether it’s helping someone get to an appointment, setting up their smartphone, or tackling a small DIY task, your time and skills can make a huge impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
Every person’s journey with cancer is different, and so is the support they may need. Typical requests include:
💻 Tech Help – Showing someone how to use a smartphone, make video calls, send emails, or shop online.
🔧 Practical Tasks – Moving furniture, minor DIY, or helping with a one-off gardening or cleaning job.
🚶♂️ Getting Out & About – Accompanying someone to a hospital appointment or a community activity.
🚗 Transport Support – Giving a lift to an appointment or event.
🛒 Grocery Shopping – Picking up essentials for someone coming home from the hospital.
You'll be part of a trusted volunteer network that we can call upon when support is needed. If you're available, great! If not, no worries—this role is truly flexible.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
You don’t need special qualifications—just a kind heart and a willingness to help. Ideally, you’ll be:
🤝 Reliable and friendly
💚 Keen to make a positive difference
⏳ Comfortable with occasional or one-off volunteering
Do you have IT skills, DIY experience, or other talents? Let us know—we’d love to match your strengths to someone in need!
🤝 Reliable and friendly
💚 Keen to make a positive difference
⏳ Comfortable with occasional or one-off volunteering
Do you have IT skills, DIY experience, or other talents? Let us know—we’d love to match your strengths to someone in need!
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18 years and above
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
5-7 working days
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Up to 1 month
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes