Volunteer role profile: Group work

Main tasks

• Preparing for the group session – this could include one or all of; making tea, setting up the room, welcoming people as they arrive, welcoming any outside speakers or other visitors, making sure that the session begins on time.
• Making sure that the monitoring sheet is filled in by everyone present.
• Finishing the session – tidying up, thanking contributors, making sure that the room is vacated on time (usually 9.30pm).
• Reporting any damage or concerns to the building staff on duty.

Skills and abilities required

Essential

• availability on the evening your group meets
• commitment to planning and other relevant meetings
• communication skills
• flexibility
• reliability.

Desirable

• experience of group work
• planning and budgeting skills

Staff Member responsible for area

• Training Services Manager

Date prepared: 31st March 2006