Bexley Buddies Activity Host: Coffee Morning / Social Sessions
Bexley Buddies Activity Host: Coffee Morning / Social Sessions
Posted for Volunteer Centre Bexley
Posted by Bexley Voluntary Service Council
You will be redirected to the Bexley Voluntary Service Council website to express your interest.
Bexley Buddies
Bexley Buddies are volunteer led social groups at local GP surgeries that bring patients together. We aim to tackle loneliness, create communities and improve residents’ wellbeing. Research told us social needs have spilled into primary care as around 1 in 5 GP appointments are taken up by non-medical needs. We believe cultivating peer support networks also means fostering community resilience.
We are now in an exciting expansion phase to start Bexley Buddies in more GP surgeries across the borough, including North Bexley (e.g. Belvedere, Erith, Crayford, Slade Green, etc.), Bexleyheath, Old Bexley, Welling, Sidcup, etc.
The Role
Would you be interested in volunteering for our Coffee Morning / social sessions? It is perfect for someone who enjoys leading activities and friendly discussions. Our groups meet in GP surgeries or community venues nearby. Most of our buddies are older adults aged 60+.
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Commitment
- Weekly or biweekly sessions for at least six months
Duties and Responsibilities
- Set up and tidy away the activity space
- Take attendance and help participants sign up for next sessions
- Prepare tea, coffee and refreshment
- Engage participants and facilitate friendly conversations
- Plan discussion topics and lead group activities, such as quizzes, cards, board games, etc.
- Share observations and reflections with project staff and shape the group together
What skills do I need?
- Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to engage with people from diverse backgrounds
- Activity facilitation
- Organisational skills to manage the logistics
- Empathy and patience
- Reliability and commitment
- Induction, shadowing, training on group facilitation and regular check-ins will be provided
Details
- Accessibility
- DBS check required
- Driving Licence and Vehicle required
- Equal opportunities policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Ongoing support; Health and Safety Policy
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When is this role available?
When: 25/06/2026 - 31/03/2027
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Our groups run at different times throughout the week across several GP surgeries. We’ll do our best to match you with your own surgery or a session time that best suits your schedule.
Location:
This opportunity is available in the following regions:
Balckfen
Barnehurst
Belvedere
Bexleyheath
Borough-Wide
Crayford
Erith
Northumberland Heath
Sidcup
Slade Green
Thamesmead
Welling
You will be redirected to the Bexley Voluntary Service Council website to express your interest.
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