Volunteering
Volunteers make a big difference to the trainees within each of our projects by assisting people with learning disabilities to learn and develop new skills through meaningful activities.
Volunteering is highly rewarding. Not only will you be helping others, you’ll meet some great people, make new friends, develop your skills too and enjoy new experiences.
We have an exciting range of volunteering opportunities available at Stevens Park, Dudley. With flexibility to volunteer from one session a month through to multiple sessions a week, it can fit around your lifestyle.
Volunteer roles available
As a volunteer, you may be supervising, assisting or carrying out tasks with people with mild learning disabilities with the emphasis of gaining new skills and experiences.
You could:
Help with bike renovations and repairs
Be part of our various re-cycling activities
Join our horticulture project - growing plants and maintaining the grounds in the park
Help us with shop sales - selling plants, bikes, wooden items for the garden such as benches, bird boxes, planters, log stores, etc.
Assist with light assembly work
Drive for us, for example to collect donations and deliver purchases
Help with promotions and photography
Who can volunteer and what skills / abilities are required?
We value diversity and encourage volunteers from all sections of the community.
All you need is the ability to:
Work as part of a team.
Communicate and relate well with our trainees and customers.
Work in a non-discriminatory way.
Maintain confidentiality in line with the Emily Jordan Foundation’s policies and procedures.
Driving is age restricted to those over 25 and some restrictions apply to opportunities for under 18's.
How do I become a volunteer?
If you would like to find out more about getting involved, please contact us.
We can arrange for you to visit, look around and maybe have a taster day. You might even like to visit us in Kidderminster where have been running similar projects for many years.
For more information or to arrange a visit, please contact our Volunteer Co-Ordinator on 07957 140905 or email volunteer@ejfprojects.org.uk
* All volunteers will be required to complete a short application form, have an informal interview, provide referees for us to contact and complete a DBS check.
* New volunteers are given an induction programme and training to carry out their roles.
Benefits of Volunteering
Volunteering with us is a great way to meet people and to make a positive difference to the lives of the people the foundation supports. There are many benefits including:
Gaining new skills or developing your existing ones.
The chance to try out something new.
Doing things that are useful and rewarding.
A sense of achievement having done things that are worthwhile.
Giving to others in the local community.
Boosting your confidence and self-esteem.
Meeting others and building new friendships.
Sharing experiences with your partner or friend by volunteering together.
Contact Us
Please call our Volunteer Co-Ordinator on 07957 140905 or send an email to volunteer@ejfprojects.org.uk for an
informal chat and to request an application form.