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.
The transfusion committee meets remotely every 3 to 4 months. The meetings are held using MS Teams. Volunteers should be prepared to meet remotely until further notice. Meeting if/when they resume face to face will be held in the main hospital site on Wilmslow Road, in the haematology seminar room. The Transfusion Committee is currently undergoing a committee update to encompass representatives from all clinical divisions. The committee oversees all aspects of the transfusion service in The Christie, Clinical Pathology Partnership and The Christie Private Care.
To help ensure that the work that we do is informed by patients and the public, we require a patient or relative (of a patient treated at the Christie) to join the transfusion committee. The user representative would be recruited as a Christie volunteer through the usual process.
The role will require you to be a resident of The Christie’s patient catchment area.
Scope of role
Transfusion committee
Responsibility for role
Transfusion committee, Marketing and engagement manager, marketing and engagement officer/co-ordinator, volunteers
Time commitment
Meetings usually take place on a Monday and are scheduled for 2 hours. Preparation time of reading the papers and related materials would take between 2 to 4 hours depending on the content of the agenda. Access to your own printer would be helpful, although printed copies can be supplied if not.
Related documents
Management of volunteers' policy
Health and safety policy
Local risk assessment(s)
Uniform and workwear policy and code of appearance
Volunteer agreement
Transfusion policy V4.1
Procedure
Volunteers are required to:
Be registered volunteers who are DBS checked and cleared
Attend meetings remotely using MS Teams while onsite meetings are restricted
Wear identity badges and volunteer lanyard if on site
Conform to Trust policies and procedures that they are made aware of
Report any accident/untoward occurrences to a member of staff
Comply with training provided
Duties will include:
Using your knowledge and experience to give objective advice about the impact on patients and carers around the issues being considered by the committee, whilst leaving aside any personal agenda and issues.
Have a genuine interest in improving services for patients and an understanding of the NHS
Understand and evaluate a range of information and evidence
Ask constructive challenging questions
Work as part of a group, building effective relationships, and listening to and considering the views of others
Have good time management skills
Have good IT skills.
Have access to a private setting and IT equipment such as a laptop/PC or tablet to take part in online meetings
Read papers and related materials in advance, which will be circulated electronically
Have an awareness of and commitment to equality and diversity
Understand the need for confidentiality
Do no other duties than those agreed in these guidelines
The transfusion practitioner will:
Supervise the work of the volunteer
Be able to deal with any queries/problems/concerns from volunteers
Liaise with the marketing and engagement department as required
Include volunteer activity in their risk assessments
Offer a local induction programme
Provide a commitment that your views will be taken seriously
Offer advice, guidance and support from the chair and vice-chair of the committee
Offer pre-meeting briefings to discuss the agenda
Provide a clear set of working practice standards including a commitment to use jargon-free language and provide information such as meeting papers in good time
Commit to being transparent in the information shared and be honest about what can and cannot be achieved
The marketing and engagement department will:
Register volunteers on behalf of The Christie
Arrange mandatory training
Maintain records of volunteers’ online training
Liaise with the staff and volunteers
Provide a clear description of your role
Mandatory training
To complete online mandatory training as specified by the marketing and engagement department
To complete additional training as required – to be provided by the departmental staff
Flu vaccination
Flu is a key factor in NHS winter pressures. It impacts on those who become ill, the NHS services that provide direct care as a result, and on the wider health and social care system that supports people in at risk groups. We encourage volunteers to be vaccinated to help reduce the spread of unplanned hospital admissions and pressure on the NHS.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
At The Christie, we aim to deliver healthcare services that are accessible and inclusive to everyone. We want our teams to reflect the diversity of the patients and communities we serve and therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
To ensure The Christie is a place characterised by dignity and inclusivity, we ask that volunteers show equal respect to all staff, patients, visitors, and to each other regardless of their background or ability.
Closing date of role
Friday 16 August 2024
Purpose of role
To provide administration support to the Transfusion Practitioners. The role of the volunteer is to enhance the patient’s experience of The Christie by providing services of a non-nursing, non-medical nature and to free up the time of the paid members of staff at all levels to enable them to carry out the duties which they are qualified to do.
Scope of role
Haematology, The Christie
Responsibility for role
Transfusion practitioners, marketing and engagement officer/co-ordinator, volunteers
Time commitment
3 hours on Thursday or Friday
Related documents
Management of volunteers' policy
Health and safety policy
Local risk assessment(s)
Uniform and workwear policy and code of appearance
Volunteer agreement
Procedure
Volunteers are required to:
Be registered volunteers who are DBS checked and cleared
Wear identity badges, volunteer lanyard and volunteer polo shirt.
Conform to Trust policies and procedures that they are made aware of
Report any accident/untoward occurrences to a member of staff
Duties will include:
Making up paperwork packs
Basic office duties
Any administration work that may be required
Tidying up/ general organisation
Distributing patient leaflets
Speaking to patients and visitors in a welcoming and professional manner
Signposting patients and visitors to other parts of the hospital
Dealing with general enquiries in a professional and consistent manner
To be aware whilst in the department of any general housekeeping or health and safety issues that may arise, and liaise with staff appropriately to maintain safety
Do no other duties than those agreed in these guidelines
Transfusion practitioners will:
Supervise the work of the volunteers
Be able to deal with any queries/problems/concerns from volunteers
Liaise with the marketing and engagement department as required
Include volunteer activity in their risk assessments
Offer a local induction programme
Carry out an annual review to check how your role is going
The marketing and engagement department will:
Register volunteers on behalf of The Christie
Arrange training appropriate to volunteers’ needs
Maintain records of volunteers’ mandatory training
Liaise with staff and volunteers
Provide a clear description of your role
Mandatory training
To complete mandatory training as specified by the marketing and engagement department
Other training – to be provided by the volunteers department
Flu vaccination
Flu is a key factor in NHS winter pressures. It impacts on those who become ill, the NHS services that provide direct care as a result, and on the wider health and social care system that supports people in at risk groups. We encourage volunteers to be vaccinated to help reduce the spread of unplanned hospital admissions and pressure on the NHS.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
At The Christie, we aim to deliver healthcare services that are accessible and inclusive to everyone. We want our teams to reflect the diversity of the patients and communities we serve and therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
To ensure The Christie is a place characterised by dignity and inclusivity, we ask that volunteers show equal respect to all staff, patients, visitors, and to each other regardless of their background or ability.
Closing date of role
Friday 16 August 2024
Purpose of role
The role of the volunteer is to enhance the patient’s experience of The Christie by providing services of a non-nursing, non-medical nature and to free up the time of the paid members of staff at all levels to enable them to carry out the duties which they are qualified to do.
Scope of role
Integrated Procedures Unit (IPU), The Christie
Responsibility for role
IPU, marketing and engagement officer/co-ordinator, volunteers
Time commitment
Shifts are available Monday – Friday between 10am-2pm. Volunteers cannot do more than 2 shifts per week.
Related documents
Management of volunteers' policy
Health and safety policy
Local risk assessment(s)
Uniform and workwear policy and code of appearance
Volunteer agreement
Procedure
Volunteers are required to:
Be registered volunteers who are DBS checked and cleared
Wear identity badges, volunteer lanyard and volunteer polo shirt.
Conform to Trust policies and procedures that they are made aware of
Report any accident/untoward occurrences to a member of staff
Duties will include:
Greeting patients and visitors on arrivals, introducing yourself in a welcoming and professional manner
Signposting patients and visitors to other parts of the hospital
Dealing with general enquiries in a professional and consistent manner, offering support when required
On occasion, be able to deal with distressed patients and/or their relatives in a sensitive and confidential manner, and refer to an appropriate member of staff
Sitting with patients who are on their own and would like some company, should the patient consent
Actively approaching patients and relatives, and acting as a listening ear
Helping patients and their relatives to understand the systems in the department and where they should wait
Assisting IPU staff in delivering best patient care
Serving refreshments to the patients whilst they are in the recovery area, using tea and coffee urns and a trolley
During quieter periods, making up information packs for patients
To be aware whilst in the department of any general housekeeping or health and safety issues that may arise, and liaise with staff appropriately to maintain safety
Do no other duties than those agreed in these guidelines
IPU staff will:
Supervise the work of the volunteers
Be able to deal with any queries/problems/concerns from volunteers
Liaise with the marketing and engagement department as required
Include volunteer activity in their risk assessments
Offer a local induction programme
Carry out an annual review to check how your role is going
The marketing and engagement department will:
Register volunteers on behalf of The Christie
Arrange training appropriate to volunteers’ needs
Maintain records of volunteers’ mandatory training
Liaise with staff and volunteers
Be available to deal with any matters of concerns for volunteers
Provide a clear description of your role
Mandatory training
To complete online mandatory training as specified by the marketing and engagement department
To complete additional training as required – to be provided by the departmental staff
Flu vaccination
Flu is a key factor in NHS winter pressures. It impacts on those who become ill, the NHS services that provide direct care as a result, and on the wider health and social care system that supports people in at risk groups. We encourage volunteers to be vaccinated to help reduce the spread of unplanned hospital admissions and pressure on the NHS.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
At The Christie, we aim to deliver healthcare services that are accessible and inclusive to everyone. We want our teams to reflect the diversity of the patients and communities we serve and therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
To ensure The Christie is a place characterised by dignity and inclusivity, we ask that volunteers show equal respect to all staff, patients, visitors, and to each other regardless of their background or ability.
Closing date of role
Tuesday 10 September 2024
Purpose of role
The role of the volunteer is to enhance the patient’s experience of The Christie by providing services of a non-nursing, non-medical nature and to free up the time of the paid members of staff at all levels to enable them to carry out the duties which they are qualified to do.
Scope of role
Oak Road entrance, The Christie
Responsibility for role
Oak Road entrance, marketing and engagement officer/coordinator, volunteers
Time commitment
Thursdays, 1pm to 3pm
Related documents
Management of volunteers' policy
Health and safety policy
Local risk assessment(s)
Uniform and workwear policy and code of appearance
Volunteer agreement
Procedure
Volunteers are required to:
Be registered volunteers who are DBS checked and cleared
Wear identity badges, volunteer lanyard and volunteer polo shirt.
Conform to Trust policies and procedures that they are made aware of
Report any accident/untoward occurrences to a member of staff
Duties will include:
Greeting patients and visitors on arrivals, introducing yourself in a welcoming and professional manner
Signposting patients and visitors to other parts of the hospital
Dealing with general enquiries in a professional and consistent manner, offering support when required
On occasion, be able to deal with distressed patients and/or their relatives in a sensitive and confidential manner, and refer to an appropriate member of staff
Sitting with patients who are on their own and would like some company, should the patient consent
Actively approaching patients and relatives, and acting as a listening ear
Helping patients and their relatives to understand the systems in the department and where they should wait
Assisting staff in delivering best patient care
To be aware whilst in the department of any general housekeeping or health and safety issues that may arise, and liaise with staff appropriately to maintain safety
Do no other duties than those agreed in these guidelines
Oak Road entrance staff will:
Supervise the work of the volunteers
Be able to deal with any queries/problems/concerns from volunteers
Liaise with the marketing and engagement department as required
Include volunteer activity in their risk assessments
Offer a local induction
Carry out an annual review to check how your role is going
The marketing and engagement department will:
Register volunteers on behalf of The Christie
Arrange training appropriate to volunteers’ needs
Maintain records of volunteers’ mandatory training
Liaise with staff and volunteers
Be available to deal with any matters of concerns for volunteers
Provide a clear description of your role
Mandatory training
To complete online mandatory training as specified by the marketing and engagement department
To complete additional training as required – to be provided by the departmental staff
Flu vaccination
Flu is a key factor in NHS winter pressures. It impacts on those who become ill, the NHS services that provide direct care as a result, and on the wider health and social care system that supports people in at risk groups. We encourage volunteers to be vaccinated to help reduce the spread of unplanned hospital admissions and pressure on the NHS.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
At The Christie, we aim to deliver healthcare services that are accessible and inclusive to everyone. We want our teams to reflect the diversity of the patients and communities we serve and therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
To ensure The Christie is a place characterised by dignity and inclusivity, we ask that volunteers show equal respect to all staff, patients, visitors, and to each other regardless of their background or ability.
Closing date of role
Wednesday 18 September 2024
Purpose of role
The role of the volunteer is to enhance the patient’s experience of The Christie Pharmacy by providing services of a non-nursing, non-medical nature and to free up the time of the paid members of staff at all levels to enable them to carry out the duties which they are qualified to do.
This is purely a meet and greet role which involves speaking to patients, organising the queuing system and dealing with general enquiries. This role does not offer clinical experience towards academic study.
Scope of role
The Christie Pharmacy
Responsibility for role
Pharmacy manager, Marketing and engagement officer/coordinator
Time commitment
Monday, Thursday or Friday, 2pm to 5.00pm. Please only apply if you are able to volunteer for at least one weekly regular slot for a minimum of 12 months.
Related documents
Management of volunteers' policy
Health and safety policy
Local risk assessment(s)
Uniform and workwear policy and code of appearance
Volunteer agreement
Procedure
Volunteers are required to:
Be registered volunteers who are DBS checked and cleared
Wear identity badges, volunteer lanyard and volunteer polo shirt.
Conform to Trust policies and procedures that they are made aware of
Report any accident/untoward occurrences to a member of staff
Comply with training provided
Duties will include:
Greeting patients and visitors on arrivals, introducing yourself in a welcoming and professional manner
Signposting patients and visitors to other parts of the hospital
Dealing with general enquiries in a professional and consistent manner, offering support when required
On occasion, be able to deal with distressed patients and/or their relatives in a sensitive and confidential manner, and refer to an appropriate member of staff
Sitting with patients who are on their own and would like some company, should the patient consent
Actively approaching patients and relatives, and acting as a listening ear
Helping patients and their relatives to understand the systems in the Pharmacy department and where they should wait
Assisting Pharmacy staff in delivering best patient care
To be aware whilst in the department of any general housekeeping or health and safety issues that may arise, and liaise with staff appropriately to maintain safety
Do no other duties than those agreed in these guidelines
Pharmacy staff will:
Supervise the work of the volunteers
Be able to deal with any queries/problems/concerns from volunteers
Liaise with the marketing and engagement department as required
Include volunteer activity in their risk assessments
Offer a local induction programme
Carry out an annual review to check how your role is going
The marketing and engagement department will:
Register volunteers on behalf of The Christie
Arrange training appropriate to volunteers’ needs
Maintain records of volunteers’ training
Liaise with the clinic’s staff and volunteers
Be available to deal with any matters of concerns for volunteers
Provide a clear description of your role
Mandatory training
To complete online mandatory training as specified by the marketing and engagement department
To complete additional training as required – to be provided by the departmental staff
Flu vaccination
Flu is a key factor in NHS winter pressures. It impacts on those who become ill, the NHS services that provide direct care as a result, and on the wider health and social care system that supports people in at risk groups. We encourage volunteers to be vaccinated to help reduce the spread of unplanned hospital admissions and pressure on the NHS.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
At The Christie, we aim to deliver healthcare services that are accessible and inclusive to everyone. We want our teams to reflect the diversity of the patients and communities we serve and therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
To ensure The Christie is a place characterised by dignity and inclusivity, we ask that volunteers show equal respect to all staff, patients, visitors, and to each other regardless of their background or ability.
Closing date of role
Friday 27 September 2024
Purpose of role
The role of the chaplaincy volunteer is to advertise the chaplaincy and spiritual care team’s provision within the hospital; to provide emotional and spiritual support to patients, carers and staff; to make referrals, with consent, to the chaplaincy team for specific religious support or for complex emotional or spiritual needs.
Please note before you apply: you must have a reference from a representative from your religious community to apply for this role and you must be at least 18 years of age.
Scope of role
Chaplaincy department and assigned wards/areas, The Christie
Responsibility for role
Chaplaincy department, marketing and engagement officer/co-ordinator, volunteers
Time commitment
10am to 12 noon or 1pm to 3pm on Tuesdays or Wednesdays. No more than 2 sessions per week.
Related documents
Management of volunteers' policy
Health and safety policy
Local risk assessment(s)
Uniform and workwear policy and code of appearance
Volunteer agreement
Procedure
Volunteers are required to:
Be registered volunteers who are DBS checked and cleared
Wear identity badges and volunteer lanyard
Conform to Trust policies and procedures that they are made aware of
Report any accident/untoward occurrences to a member of staff
Comply with training provided
Duties will include:
Approaching patients and/or their carers with information about chaplaincy and spiritual care provision
Offering time and an empathetic, confidential listening ear to patients and/or carers who might benefit from talking through their feelings, experiences, beliefs, concerns, etc.
If appropriate, to provide prayer when requested
To make referrals to the chaplaincy team with consent from the patient/carer
To escort patients/carers to the chaplaincy department for services, prayer times, or for personal use
Not to impose own beliefs, values or opinion
Do no other duties than those agreed in these guidelines
Chaplaincy staff will:
Supervise the work of the volunteers
Be able to deal with any queries/problems/concerns from volunteers
Liaise with the marketing and engagement department as required
Include volunteer activity in their risk assessments
Offer a local induction programme
Carry out an annual review to check how your role is going
The marketing and engagement department will:
Register volunteers on behalf of The Christie
Arrange training appropriate to volunteers’ needs
Maintain records of volunteers’ training
Liaise with the clinic’s staff and volunteers
Be available to deal with any matters of concerns for volunteers
Provide a clear description of your role
Mandatory training
To complete online mandatory training as specified by the marketing and engagement department
To complete other training – to be provided by the chaplaincy department
Flu vaccination
Flu is a key factor in NHS winter pressures. It impacts on those who become ill, the NHS services that provide direct care as a result, and on the wider health and social care system that supports people in at risk groups. We encourage volunteers to be vaccinated to help reduce the spread of unplanned hospital admissions and pressure on the NHS.
Equality, diversity, and inclusion
At The Christie, we aim to deliver healthcare services that are accessible and inclusive to everyone. We want our teams to reflect the diversity of the patients and communities we serve and therefore welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.
To ensure The Christie is a place characterised by dignity and inclusivity, we ask that volunteers show equal respect to all staff, patients, visitors, and to each other regardless of their background or ability.
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
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