Why not join us as part of our friendly lunchtime team at our Community Hub in Popley. Table Hosts volunteers offer a friendly, welcoming face to our customers which makes them feel comfortable. Our Community Hub opened in April this year and offers the opportunity for older people from our community to meet others and socialise. Our volunteers play a key role in supporting our customers. many of whom experience social isolation and loneliness. 

The Community Hub runs on the 1st and 3rd Thursday every month. We offer a variety of snacks and drinks plus a freshly prepared hot lunch and pudding.

As a Table Host, you will be:

• Providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our customers

• Creating a safe space where customers  have the opportunity to sit and have a chat

• A friendly face at the table

• Helping to initiate conversations

• Taking meals to the table from the kitchen

• Clearing the table away at the end of lunch

What skills do I need?

We are looking for people who engage in conversation easily, and who:

✓ Enjoy meeting people

✓ Have a friendly and helpful approach to customers

✓ Enjoy hosting and initiating conversations

✓ Enjoy working as part of a team

Interests

  • Families and Parenting

Activities

  • Supporting People and Befriending

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    Over 18's
  • DBS check required
  • 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?

Start Date: 03/04/2025

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No Yes No No No
Afternoon No No No No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Volunteer Table Hosts start at 11:45am and finish at 1:45pm. The Community Hub runs on the1st and 3rd Thursday of each month. We request a minimum commitment of at least once a month please.

Location

Popley Fields Community Centre
Carpenter's Down
Popley
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG24 9AE

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