Maintenance Volunteer - Guildford

For SeeAbility

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At SeeAbility we specialise in supporting people with learning disabilities and autism, who may also have sight loss, to realise their goals each and every day.

We encourage people with disabilities to challenge what they expect from life, from themselves and from wider society.

Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK and has pioneered specialist support for over 220 years.

As a Volunteer Handyman at Seeability, you will support the facility in maintaining a safe, functional, and pleasant environment for people we support and our teams. This position requires a reliable, skilled, and proactive individual who can carry out general maintenance tasks and assist with small repairs around the property. Your efforts will directly contribute to the well-being of the people we support and ensure that the home remains a comfortable and secure place for all.

What skills do I need?

  • Perform general maintenance and minor repairs to the building and facilities, including but not limited to:  carpentry, painting, decorating and repairing
  • Assist with the installation of furniture, fixtures, or equipment, ensuring they meet safety standards.
  • Ensure that all tools and materials are properly maintained and stored safely.
  • Help identify potential maintenance issues before they become problems.
  • Report more complex repairs or safety concerns to the Facility Manager or Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Support the care home during renovation or redecoration projects.
  • Work collaboratively with other volunteers and staff to ensure the upkeep of the home.
  • Would not be asked to carry out and electrical or plumping works
  • Adhere to health and safety guidelines, ensuring all tasks are completed with care and in compliance with regulations

Interests

  • Disability

Activities

  • General Helping
  • Manual Work and D.I.Y

Details

  • Age restrictions
    18+
  • DBS check needed
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Recruitment Process
  • Suitable for under 16s
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

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Location

Denmark Road
Guildford
GU1 4DA

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