We currently have over 40 existing volunteers and so vacancies are not always available. When we do have vacancies, we will advertise them on this page and you can apply for any roles you are interested in.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close any adverts before the published closing date once we have received a sufficient number of applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.
Wednesday 28 October 2026
The role of the volunteer is to help patients have a positive experience at The Christie and support staff with non-clinical tasks. This gives staff more time to care for patients.
Oak Road Treatment Centre management
marketing and engagement officer/co-ordinator
volunteer services
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday am or pm
Management of volunteers' policy
Health and safety policy
Local risk assessment(s)
Uniform and workwear policy
Volunteer agreement
Volunteers must:
be a registered volunteer and pass a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check before you start
wear identity badges, volunteer lanyard and polo shirt
follow Trust policies and procedures
report any accident or issues to a member of staff
comply with training provided
duties will include:
greet patients and visitors on arrival, introducing yourself in a welcoming and professional manner
show patients, carers and relatives how to get to other departments and local places
deal with general enquiries in a professional manner and offer help when required
be kind and understanding when patients or family members are upset, and let a member of staff know if they need support
sit with patients who are on their own and would like some company
direct and show where patients can use our self-check-in machines, located in the Oak Road entrance area
approach patients and their families in a friendly way and listen to them
help patients and their families understand how the department works and where they need to wait
tell a member of staff about any health and safety problems or areas that need cleaning
Do no other duties than those agreed in these guidelines
Oak Road Treatment Centre staff will:
supervise volunteers
help with any queries/problem/concerns
work with the marketing and engagement team
include volunteer activity in their risk assessments
provide an induction
do an annual review to check how your role is going
The marketing and engagement department will:
register volunteers
arrange essential training
keep training and DBS records
work with staff and volunteers
provide a clear role description
check ID documents you bring in for your DBS check
Volunteers must complete online training before starting. This training lasts for 3 years and can be used at other NHS Trusts – if they use the online volunteer passport. Guidance will be provided.
Flu can make people very unwell, especially during winter. It can increase pressure on hospitals and other health services. We encourage volunteers to have a flu vaccination to help protect themselves and others.
The Christie aims to provide services that are fair and available to everyone. We want our teams to reflect the different people and communities we serve. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds. Volunteers must treat all staff, patients, visitors, and other volunteers with dignity and respect whatever their background.
A few applicants will be invited to a 30‑minute, informal interview with a member of volunteer services and the department.
You will be asked a small number of questions including:
why you want to volunteer at The Christie?
why you want this role?
what skills or experience you can bring?
whether you can commit to the time needed each month and for a full year?
More information about The Christie can be found on our website.
Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide feedback if you have not been shortlisted.
To apply for any of our volunteer roles, please download an application form. [Microsoft Word Doc - 875KB]
Once completed, please send your application form to the-christie.volunteers@nhs.net or to the following address:
Marketing and engagement
The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Wilmslow Road
M20 4BX
We receive high numbers of applications for volunteer places and unfortunately, we are not always able to offer a role to everyone that applies. We thank you for your interest and advise you to check this page regularly for any additional roles.
Please note that the volunteer recruitment process can take a number of months to complete, which is why we ask for a minimum of six months commitment to The Christie.
Please do ensure you have taken time to carefully read the above information about the volunteering procedure and our FAQs. If you still feel you need advice, the voluntary services team can be contacted at the-christie.volunteers@nhs.net