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Workshop buddy

For Essex Shed Network

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Are you friendly, practical, and passionate about making a difference in your community?

In partnership with Chelmsford Diocese and the Ideas Hub, the Essex Shed Network is launching an exciting new community workshop in central Chelmsford, inspired by the global Men in Sheds movement. This initiative will provide a safe and supportive space for men from refugee and asylum-seeking backgrounds to come together, connect, and get hands-on with woodwork projects such as making bird boxes and other practical items.

We're looking for enthusiastic Workshop buddies to join our team!

As a volunteer, you will:

  • Help create a warm, welcoming, and inclusive environment
  • Chat with participants and help them feel at ease
  • Support practical woodwork activities
  • Help maintain a safe and tidy workshop space
Sessions will run weekly for a few hours (details tba) from a central Chelmsford location. Full support and guidance will be provided.

If you’re a good listener, enjoy hands-on tasks, and want to make a positive impact, we’d love to hear from you!

What skills do I need?

Good communicator

Patience

Non judgemental attitude

Woodworking knowledge

Comfortable speaking to people learning English as a second language

Interests

  • Black and Minority Ethnic Communities
  • Homeless and Housing
  • Mental Health

Activities

  • General Helping
  • Practical Skills
  • Supporting People and Befriending
  • Teaching and Training

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS 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?

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

Availability Details

Specific days and times tbc Sessions are initially intended to run for 2 hours once a week

Location

This opportunity is available in: Chelmsford

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