Volunteer Companion - North Wales
Marie Curie · United Kingdom
Could you spare a little time each week to brighten someone’s day?
Marie Curie is looking for caring, local volunteers to visit people in their homes or community settings during the last year of life. It’s about simple things that make a big difference - having a chat, offering companionship, and being there when it matters most.
Availability: 3 hours per week
Time: Flexible to suit your schedule
Location: North Wales
Criteria: Minimum 18 years of age. Willing to submit a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application - Marie Curie will cover the cost for you
What you’ll do
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Visit someone once a week in their home for a friendly chat
- Listen and offer emotional support
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Share helpful information if needed
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Be a reassuring presence for families and carers
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Signpost to relevant Marie Curie services
What we’re looking for
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Friendly, patient, and courteous
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Enjoy listening to others
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Comfortable talking to people from all walks of life
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Respectful and sensitive to others’ needs
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Happy to volunteer for about 3 hours each week
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Comfortable using email for quick updates
What you’ll gain
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Full training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
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A deep sense of purpose and connection
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A friendly volunteer network
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Recognition for your time
Perks:
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Travel and expenses reimbursed
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Access to discount on shopping, dining, travel and more
Need more information
Please contact Ruth Gilford: 07930 591 939
At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice.
Marie Curie is looking for compassionate, everyday people to join our Companion Team within the surrounding areas of North Wales.