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Games and Jigsaw Volunteer
August 20, 2024, 10:14 am
Organisation: Stoke-on-Trent City Council
Area of interest: Heritage, Culture, and Arts Based Roles, Supporting Adults, Sharing Existing or Learning New Skills
Number of Volunteers required: 6
Description:

Games & Jigsaw Group Volunteer - CLaY: Communities, Libraries and You Project


As part of the CLaY: Communities, Libraries and You project, we are recruiting volunteers to support Games and Jigsaw Groups in libraries, with a focus on adult wellbeing.
These groups aim to create welcoming, social spaces where adults can relax, connect, and enjoy shared activities.

 

About the Role
As a Games & Jigsaw Group Volunteer, you will help support the setup and running of groups within Stoke‑on‑Trent Libraries.


You will:

Welcome new members to the group
Encourage participants to get involved
Support people to meet new people and make new friends
Help raise awareness of the groups within local communities
Create a friendly and inclusive environment


What’s Provided

Resources, materials, and equipment for the groups
Free tea and coffee
Relevant induction and ongoing support


Who We’re Looking For

Friendly, warm, and approachable
Confident engaging with people
Patient, with good listening skills
Able to use their own initiative and creativity
Interested in supporting adult wellbeing through social activities


Time Commitment

As little as 2 hours per week


Interested?
If you feel you could support Stoke‑on‑Trent Libraries to set up and run Games and Jigsaw Groups, we would love to welcome you as a volunteer.

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