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Colchester Tea Party Host

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Do you love a good chat over a cuppa? Then you\'d make a wonderful Tea Party Host!

Our monthly tea parties are a lifeline for people aged 75 and over who feel cut off from their community. An afternoon of tea, cake and conversation can make the world of difference - and that\'s where you come in.

What skills do I need?

We’re looking for tea party hosts who have:

• Good entertaining skills
• A friendly nature
• Good listening skills
• Good conversation skills
• Basic understanding of food hygiene
• Patience and understanding
• A passion for improving the lives of lonely and isolated older people
• Basic computer skills (our inductions, checks and training are all online and our charity is paperless)

Interests

  • Civic Responsibility and Communities
  • Older People

Activities

  • Cooking and Catering
  • Creativity
  • General Helping
  • Supporting Charities
  • Supporting People and Befriending

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
    ID Check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 08/03/2026

End Date: 03/01/2027

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No No No
Afternoon No No No No No No Yes
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

On a Sunday Afternoon 1 or 2 times a year in your home

Location

This opportunity is available Countywide.

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