Bedfordshire Opportunities For Learning Disabilities – Chairperson The new Chairperson should have both a knowledge of the type of work undertaken by Bedfordshire Opportunities for Learning Disabilities and a wider involvement with the voluntary sector and other networks. They will have experience of committee work and demonstrate impartiality, fairness and the ability to respect confidences. The Chairperson will lead and see first-hand how the efficient management of the Board impacts positively on what can be achieved in the interest of the people who use our services.
The Chellington Centre – Building & Maintenance
Volunteering Opportunities
Many organisations are having to cut down on the activities that volunteers would normally engage in due to the pandemic. Others are busier than ever and not in a position to train new volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering, please register on our system and be patient as it may take a while for organisations to be able to accommodate you. The following organisations were actively seeking to fill these roles at the time of going to press. Search for any of this month’s featured roles by adding the name of the organisation into the keyword field on our Simply Connect opportunity search at cvsbeds.org.uk/volunteer
The Chellington Centre is a grade I youth retreat with accommodation for 30. They work with youth groups, schools and other organisations to offer a unique experience away from the school or working environment in a stunning converted church in a rural setting in North Beds. The Manager has a varied schedule of maintenance activities throughout the year and would welcome volunteer support with tasks that include fence fixing, furniture repair, interior render and painting tasks and many more challenges to keep on top of this unusual building.
Keech Hospice Care – Retail Volunteer – Great Denham Store Help is needed in the shop and also upstairs, sorting, tagging and steaming donated goods, providing customer service and displaying stock. Over 16s will also operate the till. Volunteers who are able to undertake slots of 9-1 or 1-5pm are preferred.
Putnoe Woods Preschool – Charity Trustee The preschool is particularly keen for a trustee who has knowledge or experience of early years education to join them. As a trustee of this charity you will be part of a voluntary group of people interested in guiding this successful preschool into the future. The trustees meet at least 4 times per year in the evening and are expected to be able to commit to a minimum of one day per year.
Wixams Retirement Village – Receptionist
43 Bromham Road, Bedford Call 01234 354 366 or Email: volunteering@cvsbeds.org.uk www.cvsbeds.org.uk 10
Wixams Retirement Village is looking for someone to assist their receptionist with tasks on reception. You will be able to provide excellent customer service in answering the telephone and taking/relaying messages. You will also answer queries face to face and over the telephone, meet & greet visitors, and direct and signpost visitors.
