Men in Sheds Volunteer - Blidworth and Worksop
OFFERED BY:
Age UK Nottingham & NottinghamshireLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: The Sybil Levin Centre 577a Nuthall Road Nottingham NG8 6ADHow many places are on offer? 5
Purpose of Role:
Supervise men in a practical workshop environment, encouraging them to participate in activities in line with health and safety guidelines.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
What is the purpose of this role?
The Men in Sheds Project: Is a project specifically for men aged 50+. It provides a well-equipped workshop space where men can work together on a range of practical activities. We currently have ‘sheds’ in Blidworth and Worksop. The project aims to:-
- encourage men to be more socially active
- give members an outlet for their skills and the opportunity to learn new skills
- provide a break amongst friends for older men who are carers
- give retired men the opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the local community
- provide access to information and other local services
Members are encouraged to take ownership of their ’shed’.
What impact does this role have?
This role helps combat social isolation for men over the age of 50.
What activities might you be involved in?
• To unlock the shed and get it ready for use, heating, check for unsafe items of machines etc.
• Supervising workshop sessions, alongside another volunteer.
• Collect or oversee the payment of subscriptions, ensure that members book in on the attendance register
• Assist members if needed with projects, lifting etc.
• Agree with members in advance on the price of projects that members make
• Take payment for items when finished, issue a receipt and record the sale
• Encourage work that could be done to members, orders, seasonal items etc.
• Meet and greet visitors, ensure they comply with all safety requirements and to sign in
• Meet and greet potential new members, show them around the shed and briefly describe the aims and function of the shed. Arrange a meeting with a shed leader for induction if interested. Ensure they comply with all safety requirements and to sign in
• (With one other Volunteer or member) Count and record subscriptions & tea fund at the end of the day and put away in the safe
• To check that everything is switched off, the ‘Red Button’ is pressed and to lock up at the end of the day
• Reporting any concerns to the Shed leader
When would you be needed to volunteer?
We are looking for volunteers who can regularly commit to at least one morning or afternoon session per week, and who also have flexibility to cover holidays and/or illness etc.
• The Worksop Shed is open Monday - Thursday 9am - 1pm
• The Blidworth Shed is open Tuesday - Thursday 9am - 4pm
The Blidworth shed is likely to be opening on a Monday in the near future, and we are therefore particularly looking for volunteers on a Monday afternoon.
The full address of each shed is as follows:
Worksop:
Unit 2, Kilton Terrace, Kilton Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 2DQ
Blidworth:
Unit 4, Boundary Court, Gilbert Way, Burma Road Industrial Estate, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire, NG21 0RT
The Men in Sheds Project: Is a project specifically for men aged 50+. It provides a well-equipped workshop space where men can work together on a range of practical activities. We currently have ‘sheds’ in Blidworth and Worksop. The project aims to:-
- encourage men to be more socially active
- give members an outlet for their skills and the opportunity to learn new skills
- provide a break amongst friends for older men who are carers
- give retired men the opportunity to make a valuable contribution to the local community
- provide access to information and other local services
Members are encouraged to take ownership of their ’shed’.
What impact does this role have?
This role helps combat social isolation for men over the age of 50.
What activities might you be involved in?
• To unlock the shed and get it ready for use, heating, check for unsafe items of machines etc.
• Supervising workshop sessions, alongside another volunteer.
• Collect or oversee the payment of subscriptions, ensure that members book in on the attendance register
• Assist members if needed with projects, lifting etc.
• Agree with members in advance on the price of projects that members make
• Take payment for items when finished, issue a receipt and record the sale
• Encourage work that could be done to members, orders, seasonal items etc.
• Meet and greet visitors, ensure they comply with all safety requirements and to sign in
• Meet and greet potential new members, show them around the shed and briefly describe the aims and function of the shed. Arrange a meeting with a shed leader for induction if interested. Ensure they comply with all safety requirements and to sign in
• (With one other Volunteer or member) Count and record subscriptions & tea fund at the end of the day and put away in the safe
• To check that everything is switched off, the ‘Red Button’ is pressed and to lock up at the end of the day
• Reporting any concerns to the Shed leader
When would you be needed to volunteer?
We are looking for volunteers who can regularly commit to at least one morning or afternoon session per week, and who also have flexibility to cover holidays and/or illness etc.
• The Worksop Shed is open Monday - Thursday 9am - 1pm
• The Blidworth Shed is open Tuesday - Thursday 9am - 4pm
The Blidworth shed is likely to be opening on a Monday in the near future, and we are therefore particularly looking for volunteers on a Monday afternoon.
The full address of each shed is as follows:
Worksop:
Unit 2, Kilton Terrace, Kilton Road, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S80 2DQ
Blidworth:
Unit 4, Boundary Court, Gilbert Way, Burma Road Industrial Estate, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire, NG21 0RT
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
What are we looking for?
Friendly personality and approachable manner
Ability to use own initiative to work alone, or as part of a team
Understanding of the workshop environment and/ or working with power tools
Appreciation of the need to follow health and safety guidelines
o Ensure members follow the shed’s General Safety Rules
o Ensure that all members work in a safe manner
o Ensure machines are not used inappropriately
o Ensure members wear the correct PPE equipment as per the H&S notices,
o To wear PPE equipment yourself, if you don’t use PPE and injure yourself, you could be negligent, the shed will not accept any responsibility for your injury. This should also be pointed out to members
o Ensure there is no smoking in the shed, only in the outside designated smoking area
o Stop other members from carrying out unsafe practices or report it to a Shed Leader immediately
o Actively contribute to keeping the shed clean and tidy
Expected levels of conduct include:
o Treat members and fellow volunteers in a friendly and supportive approachable manner
o Not use rude, offensive, threatening or abusive behaviour, language or gestures
o If anybody is deemed under the influence they will be asked to leave the shed and not to return until sober
o Report any incidents or breach of any of the above to the Shed Leader in confidence
o Report any complaints about the project / charity in line with Age UK Notts’ Compliments and Complaints procedure
Ability to work sensitively and confidentially with men from a variety of backgrounds.
We are looking for volunteers who can regularly commit to at least one morning or afternoon session per week, and who also have flexibility to cover holidays and/or illness etc.
• The Worksop Shed is open Monday - Thursday 9am - 1pm
• The Blidworth Shed is open Tuesday - Thursday 9am - 4pm
The Blidworth shed is likely to be opening on a Monday in the near future, and we are therefore particularly looking for volunteers on a Monday afternoon.
Days to be agreed with the shed.
Friendly personality and approachable manner
Ability to use own initiative to work alone, or as part of a team
Understanding of the workshop environment and/ or working with power tools
Appreciation of the need to follow health and safety guidelines
o Ensure members follow the shed’s General Safety Rules
o Ensure that all members work in a safe manner
o Ensure machines are not used inappropriately
o Ensure members wear the correct PPE equipment as per the H&S notices,
o To wear PPE equipment yourself, if you don’t use PPE and injure yourself, you could be negligent, the shed will not accept any responsibility for your injury. This should also be pointed out to members
o Ensure there is no smoking in the shed, only in the outside designated smoking area
o Stop other members from carrying out unsafe practices or report it to a Shed Leader immediately
o Actively contribute to keeping the shed clean and tidy
Expected levels of conduct include:
o Treat members and fellow volunteers in a friendly and supportive approachable manner
o Not use rude, offensive, threatening or abusive behaviour, language or gestures
o If anybody is deemed under the influence they will be asked to leave the shed and not to return until sober
o Report any incidents or breach of any of the above to the Shed Leader in confidence
o Report any complaints about the project / charity in line with Age UK Notts’ Compliments and Complaints procedure
Ability to work sensitively and confidentially with men from a variety of backgrounds.
We are looking for volunteers who can regularly commit to at least one morning or afternoon session per week, and who also have flexibility to cover holidays and/or illness etc.
• The Worksop Shed is open Monday - Thursday 9am - 1pm
• The Blidworth Shed is open Tuesday - Thursday 9am - 4pm
The Blidworth shed is likely to be opening on a Monday in the near future, and we are therefore particularly looking for volunteers on a Monday afternoon.
Days to be agreed with the shed.
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Gender restrictions:
It is currently a Men only volunteer role
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? No
Disability restrictions:
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
Within 2 weeks
How long to complete training and recruitment?
You will be given all the training you need to enable you to carry out your role. There is an application form & vetting checks
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes