At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and manage fun activities for autistic individuals, helping them build confidence and connections.
- Company: Lifeworks North Staffs, a supportive community-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, travel expenses covered, and make a real difference in people's lives.
- Other info: Flexible volunteering schedule with opportunities to introduce new activities.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and help autistic people thrive through engaging community activities.
- Qualifications: Must be 18+, with experience in managing groups and strong communication skills.
Help make a life-changing difference for autistic people. Lifeworks North Staffs is looking for passionate volunteers aged 18+ to help run activities for autistic people across North Staffordshire and Staffordshire Moorlands. Many of our clients are bright and capable but can experience isolation due to difficulties with social interaction and interpretation. Our activities provide a safe, friendly environment where people can build confidence, make connections, and spend time with others who understand the challenges they face.
What the Role Involves
As an Activity Volunteer, you will help support and manage group activities for our clients. Activities take place Monday to Saturday during the daytime and are held throughout North Staffordshire and Staffordshire Moorlands. Typically, volunteers support around two outings per month, with each activity lasting approximately half a day. Recent activities have included:
- Archery
- Cycling at Westport Lake
- Mini golf
- Pool
- Activities at Kidsgrove Sports Centre
Most activities take place in Newcastle-under-Lyme, where our office is based. We are always keen to explore new ideas and welcome volunteers who would like to introduce new activities and venues once they become familiar with the role. Travel and reasonable role expenses will be reimbursed.
Who We're Looking For
- Aged 18 or over
- Confident managing and supporting groups of people
- Friendly, reliable, and patient
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Interested in helping autistic people become more connected within their communities
Previous experience of managing people is required for this role.
About Lifeworks North Staffs
Established in 2006, Lifeworks supports over 1,000 clients and 400 carers across North Staffordshire and Staffordshire Moorlands. We support people aged 14+ living with:
- Autism
- ADHD
- Dyspraxia
- Tourette's Syndrome
Many of the people we support also experience mental health challenges. Our services include:
- Social interpretation (advocacy)
- One-to-one appointments
- Life coaching
- Activities and drop-ins
- Carers' groups
- Befriending services
If you'd like to help autistic people build confidence, friendships, and independence through enjoyable community activities, we'd love to hear from you. Please contact us for more information.
Activities Volunteer employer: Vast Services: Investing in communities
Honeycomb Charitable Services Ltd is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture where volunteers can truly make a difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals in Stoke-on-Trent. With opportunities for personal growth and skill development, our volunteers not only contribute to the community but also build meaningful connections with others who share their passion for helping those in need.
Contact Details:
Vast Services: Investing in communities Recruitment Team
