At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and deliver inclusive activities and events for the community.
- Company: Join Walthew House, a leader in promoting inclusivity for those with sensory loss.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and training opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy a friendly team atmosphere and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in customer-facing roles and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 27850 - 27850 £ per year.
At Walthew House, we are dedicated to building a more inclusive community where people who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind or visually impaired can live independently and confidently. Through a wide range of services, activities, and events, we create opportunities for connection, wellbeing, and empowerment.
We are looking for a friendly, proactive Activities and Events Worker to join our team. This is a varied and rewarding role at the heart of our organisation, combining front‑of‑house responsibilities with hands‑on support for activities, events, and community engagement. You will often be the first point of contact for service users, visitors, and partners, helping to ensure everyone feels welcome and supported. Alongside this, you’ll help deliver inclusive activities and events, support volunteers, and help us share our impact with the wider community.
Key responsibilities:- Act as a welcoming first point of contact, responding to enquiries in a helpful and timely way
- Provide information about Walthew House services and signpost people to appropriate support
- Support the planning and delivery of accessible activities and events
- Help ensure all sessions are inclusive for people with sensory loss
- Prepare rooms for activities and external hire, including refreshments where needed
- Work with volunteers, supporting recruitment, induction, and day‑to‑day engagement
- Contribute ideas for new activities that meet the needs of our community
- Support fundraising initiatives and promotional activities
- Assist with social media, website content, and printed communications
- Gather stories, feedback, and photos to demonstrate our impact
- Maintain accurate records and monitoring data
- Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and data protection policies at all times
- Act as a designated First Aider (training provided if needed)
- Experience in a customer‑facing, community, or support role
- Experience of supporting activities or events
- Strong communication skills and the ability to engage a wide range of people
- A commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and equality
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confidence using IT systems, including email, databases, and social media
- Friendly, empathetic, and welcoming
- Proactive and able to use your initiative
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
- Flexible and willing to support occasional evening or weekend work (TOIL provided)
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
- The opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives
- Training in sensory awareness, accessibility, and safeguarding
- Flexible working arrangements within the role requirements
- Location: Walthew House, Stockport, with some community‑based work
- Contract: Permanent
- An enhanced DBS check is required
Activities and Events Worker in Stockport employer: Blind Ambition
At Walthew House, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive community for individuals who are Deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired. Our supportive work culture encourages personal and professional growth, offering training in sensory awareness and accessibility while providing flexible working arrangements. Join us in making a meaningful impact in people's lives through engaging activities and events in the heart of Stockport.
