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Folk Like Us - Older People's Hub Host

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As a Hub Host, you’ll be the friendly face of the Folk Like Us Hub - welcoming visitors, chatting with attendees, serving refreshments, and helping to set up and tidy away. Our Hub operates Monday to Friday, and we’re looking for Hosts who can commit to one regular day per week.

This role is perfect for someone friendly, patient, a good listener, reliable, and who enjoys spending time with older people. In return, you’ll make a real difference, meet new people, and be part of a supportive team.

Folk Like Us is a FREE service, providing support an advice to people over the age of 55, living in the city of Southend who are experiencing loneliness and isolation.

What skills do I need?

• Friendly, patient, and approachable manner.
• Good listening and conversation skills.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Respectful of confidentiality and diversity.
• Enjoys spending time with older people and supporting others.

Interests

  • Health and Social Care
  • Older People

Activities

  • Advice and Information
  • General Helping
  • Supporting Charities
  • Supporting People and Befriending

Details

  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 15/04/2026

End Date: 16/10/2026

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

Availability Details

Monday 10am – 2pm Tuesday 10am – 12pm Wednesday 10am – 2pm Thursday 10am – 2pm Friday 12pm – 2pm

Location

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