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Library Home-Link service volunteer

For Thurrock Council

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  • Acts as a regular vital link between the library and an individual who is unable to visit their local library, enhancing and adding value to their leisure and information needs by delivering a selection of library items, such as books, CDs and DVDs.
  • Deliver library items at a regular time – as agreed with the Home-Link Library – to customers, as required.
  • Respect customer confidentiality and ensure a good standard of customer care is maintained.
  • Be available for library update sessions on dates and times agreed with the library volunteer coordinator.
  • Ensure full compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Thurrock Council’s Health and Safety policy and all locally agreed safe methods of work.
  • Maintain awareness of and commitment to Thurrock Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy in relation to both employment and service delivery.
  • Have adequate car insurance.

This role is across various libraries around Thurrock. Location will be agreed, and mileage can be claimed back.

What skills do I need?

  • Have an interest and enthusiasm in reading
  • Have customer care skills
  • Have enquiry skillS
  • Be physically able
  • Have a valid driver's licence

Interests

  • Civic Responsibility and Communities

Activities

  • Supporting People and Befriending

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
    Basic
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    Agreed with organisation
  • 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: 08/01/2024

End Date: 08/01/2026

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

Availability Details

Approximately 2.5 hours once a month per Home-Link round. The hours are mutually agreed during the informal interview.

Location

This opportunity is available in: Thurrock

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