Can you support Mustard Tree’s Creative Writing Class, helping people explore new talents and achieve creative goals within a supportive community?
Help facilitate creative writing workshops, encourage growth and promoting self-expression.
What you’ll be doing: Role Description
- Provide support to Freedom Project Volunteers and members of the public as they take part in the class
- Interact with people in a dignified, empathetic manner
- Encourage participants to feel part of the community
- Aid the class lead facilitator in setting up and carrying out activities
- Work with the Volunteering Coordinator and Creative Programmes Manger to deliver a comprehensive, encouraging experience
- Help maintain the cleanliness of the art suite during the session, helping keep Mustard Tree COVID secure
- Potentially support the exhibition of the participants work, once the course has concluded
General Volunteering Duties
- Work within health and safety guidelines and Mustard Tree policies and procedures
- Embody Mustard Tree values and represent the charity as required
What we’re looking for: Person Specification
| Specification | Essential / Desirable |
| Great English language ability both in written and verbal form | Essential |
| Experience of working in a team | Essential |
| Good interpersonal skills, possessing empathy and patience | Essential |
| Flexible and can-do attitude – encouraging others to work to our vision and values | Essential |
| Experience working with vulnerable adults | Desirable |
| Experience with tutoring, supporting, or leading a workshop | Desirable |
Commitment
An hour and a half a week, Wednesday afternoons, for 10 weeks.
Hours: 11:45am to 1:15pm with lunch provided afterwards.
Contact Information
If you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please complete our Friend Of Mustard tree application form and sent it to harry.dwan@mustardtree.org.uk