Activities Volunteer

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Voluntary Basis
Blackburn, Lancashire
Part-Time

We are looking for a creative volunteer to run activity sessions for the people we support at our supported living service in Blackburn. Volunteering with Creative Support is a great way to enrich the lives of people with support needs while helping our staff to deliver person‑centred services.

We are looking for a creative person with strong communication and leadership skills. You will consult the people we support and plan a programme of activities in line with their interests. Sessions could include arts and crafts, music, games etc. If this sounds like something you would enjoy and you have a few hours to spare on a regular basis, we’d love to hear from you!

You will work with staff to promote activities to the people we support. You will plan for sessions in advance, preparing any necessary materials and/or equipment, and lead the activities, making them accessible for everyone.

This role is for a supported living service which supports people with a range of mental health needs. The service is located in Blackburn with good transport links.

Hours: Flexible days and times

• Consult people we support to plan engaging activities in line with their interests
• Prepare for activities including set‑up, moving tables and chairs if necessary
• Lead activity sessions, engaging with people we support
• Tidy up after activities, returning the room to normal
• Report any safeguarding concerns to Creative Support staff members
• Understand and work within Creative Support Policies and procedures, respecting boundaries
• Attend regular supervisions with your allocated volunteer supervisor and complete any training provided

To apply, please read the job description and then complete the online application form using the links above.

You can also download a copy of our application form using the links above. Completed application forms must be submitted to our Head Office address (below) or emailed to re to be considered.

Recruitment Department, Creative Support Ltd, Wellington House, 131 Wellington Road South, Stockport, SK1 3TS

If you would like to discuss volunteering with Creative Support or have any questions about the application process, please contact our Volunteer Team on  or email

If you have not received a response to your application within 10 working days of the closing date please accept this as notification of an unsuccessful application. Unsuccessful applicants must wait 6 months before reapplying.