Torch Together Holiday Volunteer

To provide blind and partially sighted people opportunities to take part in Torch Holidays. Enabling people to have a truly accessible break from day-to-day life within a safe environment, enjoying time with others to share their faith. The role of a Torch Together Holiday Volunteer will involve being able to pray with and offer Christian support to guests if requested. It is therefore a requirement that volunteers have an active Christian faith, involvement in their local church and accept the Torch Basis of Faith.

Main tasks and activities Attend a Torch Together holiday Offer a warm welcome and listen and engage with holiday guests. Support individual or group activities on the holiday. Offer sighted guiding support when requested. If appropriate drive guests and volunteers to activities and outings during the holiday.

Skills required for the role A good listener and able to empathise Able to relate to the issues faced by blind and partially sighted people Non-judgmental; treats people with respect Able to respond to invitations to pray with the guest if requested Good communicator; calm and friendly. Where activity takes place Variety of places across the UK

Expected Time commitment This role will include time away from home for the duration of the holiday.

Training & Support for the role Training in Adult Safeguarding and Guiding will be provided by Torch Trust. Volunteers will be expected to attend an online team meeting. Ongoing support will be provided by the Holiday Leader.

Safer Recruitment Requirements Application Form Informal interview including safer recruitment questions 2 references including a Church Minister or leader Self Declaration Form Enhanced DBS (with check against Adult Barred List) Volunteer Agreement

Further Information If you would like any further information about this role please do contact : 01858 438260 or [email protected]