Support Group Assistant at Say Aphasia : Volunteering in Crawley

The Group Assistant is part of the volunteering team of Say Aphasia. Alongside the Peer Leader and Helping Hands Volunteer, the Group Assistant Volunteer supports individual Say Aphasia meet-ups. The role specifically focuses on supporting the peer leader in roles that are easier for someone without language impairment.

Some of your responsibilities are:

- Provide a safe, inclusive and accessible environment.

- Adhere to Say Aphasia’s policies and procedures.

- Help with group admin, alongside the Peer Leader.

- Support members to have a successful conversation.

What skills do I need?

Patience and self awareness.

Basic IT / tech skills.

Good spoken and written English to be able to support people with a communication disability.

When do I need to be available?

	Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Details

1st and 3rd Monday of the month 10.30am-12.30pm (But not bank holidays)

Where does this role take place?

Crawley Baptist Church
Crabtree Road
Crawley
RH11 7HJ

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Register your interest

Ideal for people interested in
Disability
Older People

Ideal for people who like
Administration and Office
Creativity
Supporting Charities
Supporting People and Befriending

Details
Accessibility
Both entrances have a fixed ramp. Wheelchair accessible lift to Say Aphasia room on the First Floor. Accessible toilets on Ground Floor and First Floor. 6 disabled parking spaces
DBS check required
Equal Opportunities Policy
Expenses reimbursed
Health and Safety Policy
Ongoing support
Training provided
Volunteer induction
Volunteer Policy
Volunteers covered by insurance
Wheelchair Access
Written role description

Application Process
Application Form
DBS Check
ID Check
Informal Discussion