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Craft / Knitting Group Volunteer
October 19, 2021, 1:39 pm
Organisation: Change Grow Live
Location: Boothen and Oak Hill, Hartshill and Basford, Penkhull and Stoke, Springfields and Trent Vale
Area of interest: Supporting Adults, Sharing Existing or Learning New Skills
Number of Volunteers required: 2
Description:

Craft & Knitting Group Support
Changes Health & Wellbeing


Changes Health & Wellbeing provides mental health support services for children, young people, and adults in Stoke‑on‑Trent and across Staffordshire, including:

Newcastle‑under‑Lyme
Staffordshire Moorlands
Stafford
South Staffordshire
Cannock Chase
Rugeley

We are looking for a friendly and engaging volunteer to help run our weekly craft, knitting, and social group.

 

About the Role
This is a 2‑hour group session, running weekly, offering a relaxed and supportive space where people can:

Socialise
Take part in crafts
Knit or crochet
Enjoy shared creative activity

You’ll help members feel welcome, comfortable, and valued, supporting positive wellbeing through creativity and connection.

 

What You’ll Do

Help facilitate a weekly craft/knitting/social session
Engage group members and encourage participation
Support individuals to enjoy activities that interest them
Create a calm, inclusive, and welcoming environment
Offer basic guidance with knitting, crochet, or simple crafts


What We’re Looking For

A warm, approachable, and engaging personality
Ability to help people feel at ease and included
Basic knowledge of knitting, crochet, and/or simple crafts
Good listening and communication skills
A supportive and non‑judgemental approach


Why Volunteer With Us?

Support mental health and wellbeing in your local community
Be part of a friendly and supportive organisation
Help create meaningful social connections
Use and share your creative skills
Make a positive difference in people’s lives


If you enjoy crafts, like working with people, and want to help others feel relaxed and included through creativity, we would love to hear from you.

You will be required to have a DBS check which will be submitted by ourselves and you will be reimbursed with vehicle travel expenses.
To register your interest please click here If you have already registered with us and are also interested in this role, or if you would like more information please contact us