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What You'll Do:
What you will be doing
- Support service users to create original music, including lyrics, themes, melodies, and simple compositions.
- Encourage creativity and self-expression through structured or informal songwriting sessions
- Help service users explore different styles or genres based on their interests
- Provide positive, trauma informed encouragement to build confidence and celebrate progress.
- Feedback to staff after sessions regarding attendance, engagement, and any wellbeing concerns
Why You'll Love It:
- You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
What You'll Learn:
- You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
What We're Looking For:
- A passion for music, songwriting, or creative arts
- Ability to support and encourage people with varying levels of confidence and ability
- Friendly, patient, and person centred approach
- Good communication and listening skills
- Ability to create a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere
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