Bengali Speaking Befriender Volunteer

We are looking for a Bengali-speaking befriender volunteer to meet with people we support at our service in Tower Hamlets. 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 an outgoing, sociable and warm person, who's also a good listener. As a befriender, you will provide companionship and meet up regularly with one of our residents. If you have a couple of hours to spare and can commit to volunteering on a regular basis, we'd love to hear from you. This role is for an extra care service with self-contained flats for older people with a variety of support needs. Volunteer duties: - Meet on a regular basis with the person we support - Provide companionship and conversation whilst respecting boundaries - Engage the person we support in activities - Report any safeguarding concerns to Creative Support staff members - Work within Creative Support policies and procedures, respecting boundaries - Attend regular supervisions with your supervisor and complete any training provided Hours: Flexible days and times At Creative Support, we are passionate about developing our people. Through our award-winning Creative Academy, we provide high-quality training and career development opportunities to help colleagues reach their full potential, regardless of their starting point or role. As an Investors in People Platinum organisation and an approved centre for nationally recognised qualifications, we are committed to supporting learning, growth and long-term career progression. TPBN1_UKTJ