Community Volunteer
5 days ago
**Job Advert**:
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We need volunteers to support us with the work we do in local communities, specifically with our current community connection project in Croydon. Our community volunteers work in the local community to provide information to local Croydon residents with a learning disability, sharing information about the services and support available and encouraging and supporting them to get involved in community activities.
As a ‘My Community’ volunteer you would:
- Talk to local residents with a learning disability about local groups and services.
- Have conversations on what makes Croydon great and what needs to change to inform our work in the area.
- Direct residents to information and advice.
- Support residents with a learning disability to get involved in community activities.
- Promote inclusiveness in the community.**Benefits**:
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What can you expect from us?
- Full support from your local Area Fundraising Manager
- Relevant induction/training
- A settling in period to make sure this is the right role
- Agreed out-of-pocket expenses to be reimbursed (e.g. travel)
- The opportunity to meet new people and be part of a diverse team
- The opportunity to learn new skills
- To feel appreciated and valued for your contribution
- An introduction to Mencap and our work
**About Mencap**:
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1.5 million people in the UK have a learning disability.
We have an ambitious vision for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. Volunteers play a key role in helping us achieve this.
Volunteering with us is your opportunity to help us achieve this, whilst having the chance to develop your skills, meet new people and join a passionate and dedicated team.
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