About this role
Here at Active Oadby & Wigston, we have an exciting new volunteer opportunity to help local residents to build physical activity into their lives in a friendly and supportive way. The role will involve committing to safe, regular weekly walks with local residents who may be isolated and/or inactive due to the pandemic. You will complete a short, informative virtual workshop to assist you, as well as receive regular support from our dedicated volunteer coordinator.
We ask for a commitment of around 2 hours per week, on days and times to be arranged in collaboration between the volunteers and local residents.
All activity will be provided in line with the latest government guidance around outdoor physical activity.
It is essential that you are available on week days.
When you can volunteer
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Requirements
- References needed
- Willing to take a DBS Check
To provide social interaction and walking support for residents of the borough who are isolated/lonely as a result of the pandemic.
Provide support to help residents become confident in building physical activity into their lives.
Prepare for and go on regular short walks that follow all current health and safety requirements and latest government guidance around physical activity.
Provide a friendly and welcoming face, offering support and encouragement to individuals participating in the scheme.
Develop an understanding of some of the challenges that isolated individuals will have faced during the pandemic.
Commit to providing regular contact/walks with allocated individuals.
Report any concerns you may have to your Lead Officer.
Attend a short, virtually held training course with our countywide walking activator.
Create some short and simple accompanying videos for local walking routes, with support from your Volunteer Coordinator.
What skills will you need?
Friendly, approachable, a good communicator and willing to listen.
Enjoy walking and be willing to plan and adapt short walks to suit individual needs.
Physically fit and active.
Flexible and enjoy a varied routine.
Willing to follow all relevant health and safety guidance alongside government guidance and regulations.
Responsible, honest and reliable.
Able and willing to travel to various locations across the district.
Location
Location Council Offices, Station Road, Wigston, LE18 2DR