Meet and Greet Volunteers at The Royal Bolton Hospital

Do you have 4 hours a week to spare to help people affected by cancer? If so, we need you!

1. Why we want you?

Macmillan’s Cancer Information & Support Service at the Royal Bolton Hospital is calling for volunteers to help local patients, carers and families affected by cancer.

The service is co–produced and has 4 strategic partners; Macmillan, Bolton Hospice, Bolton People Affected by Cancer (PAC) and NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care. These services work together deliver a Cancer Information and Support Service. The service also works closely with NHS Bolton Foundation Trust and Bolton Council.

Over the last eight years the service has grown, and it now needs to recruit more volunteers to join the existing team of fantastic volunteers.

Kelly Gordon, Deputy Manager of the Macmillan Cancer Information & Support Service, said: “Volunteers are central to the success of the service. We are looking for enthusiastic people to join the team to help the service reach and support people affected by cancer across Bolton.''

The service is delivered over three sites in Bolton and provides information, advice and support to people affected by cancer, including benefits advice.

The Macmillan Centre at Royal Bolton Hospital is looking for volunteers. We have four sessions currently available – Monday 10am -1pm, Tuesday 1pm - 4pm and Friday 10am - 1pm & 1pm - 4pm. Can you cover one of these? Do you have 4 hours a week to spare?

2. What will you be doing?

The role will include keeping information and leaflets well stocked, promoting the service, ensuring the centres are welcoming and supportive, and providing a listening ear.

3. The skills you need

Volunteers will need to have good communication skills. Basic administration experience would also be beneficial.

4. What’s in it for you?

Full training is provided, this is done over two days. By volunteering with us you will be making a real difference to people’s lives at a point when they really need a helping hand. It’s a very rewarding and fulfilling experience.

5. Next steps...

Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer, or for more information about the role and recruitment process, can contact Sue or Kelly on 01204 663059 or email boltoncancerinfo@nhs.net

6. Other information

The role will require a DBS check and 2 references