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1 Volunteer Handbook Page 1 of 12 Last reviewed March 2015 Papworth Trust Charity number:

2 Contents Welcome from Vicky McDermott, Chief Executive 3 How to get in touch with the Volunteering Team 3 Part 1: About Papworth Trust Our values 4 Our services 4 Part 2: Volunteering at Papworth Trust Volunteer roles 7 How volunteering can benefit you 7 How much time is required? 7 What we ask from you 8 What you can expect from us 8 Part 3: Information for volunteers Volunteer induction 9 Training available 9 Expenses 9 Insurance 10 Health and safety 10 Safeguarding vulnerable adults 10 Confidentiality 10 Policies and guidelines 11 Leaving the Trust 11 Asking us for a reference 11 Part 4: Guidelines, your suggestions and problem solving Comments and improvements 12 Problem solving and complaints 12 Page 2 of 12 Last reviewed March 2015 Papworth Trust Charity number:

3 Welcome from Vicky McDermott, our Chief Executive Thank you for choosing to volunteer with us. I really appreciate the time and effort that you are putting in to creating a world where disabled people are seen for what they can do. You are joining an established team of over 250 volunteers, who play a critical role in supporting the organisation. Without your time and skills, Papworth Trust would be unable to deliver the excellent services we provide. I am genuinely grateful for all the great work our volunteers contribute in many different ways. I look forward to hopefully meeting you one day and thanking you personally for your commitment to supporting our work. I hope that you have a great time in your new role. Yours sincerely Vicky McDermott, CEO Papworth Trust How to get in touch with the Volunteering Team As well as being supported by your local volunteer manager and team, you will also be supported by the Volunteering Team, located at our head office in Papworth Everard, Cambridgeshire. The Volunteering Team is responsible for promoting volunteering, recruitment, good practice, problem solving, and policy and procedures. We also provide additional advice and support to both volunteers and staff. Contact the Volunteering Team: volunteering@papworthtrust.org.uk Page 3 of 12 Last reviewed March 2015 Papworth Trust Charity number:

4 Part 1: About Papworth Trust Thank you for choosing to volunteer with us. We really value and appreciate the contribution you make to support disabled people and our staff. Our values We are committed to our charity values and to allowing all staff and volunteers to follow these values in their daily activities. Whoever we re dealing with colleagues, partners, the people we support, MPs or other organisations we work hard to maintain the highest professional standards. Our values are: we listen to people s needs and build great services around them we inspire everyone to try to change our world we support people to live their lives to the full we care that every person is seen for what they can do we work together so that we can make a difference. Our services Care and support Our care and support service means that everyone can get the right kind of care for them. It is available from just a few hours a month to daily support and offers help with things like: leisure support so that people can enjoy a regular activity like swimming or a short trip away support with basic financial tasks including paying bills and record keeping personal support with everyday things like bathing, dressing and preparing meals overnight support. We are registered with the Care Quality Commission and also belong to the UK Home Care Association. Page 4 of 12 Last reviewed March 2015 Papworth Trust Charity number:

5 Work, training and rehab Our work and training service helps people to find and keep jobs that are right for them. The Work Programme can help people to prepare for, find and stay in work. If they are already working part time, it can help them to increase their hours. We work with each person to tailor a programme that suits their personal circumstances, whether they are long or short term unemployed, or have a health condition. We support our customers by giving them the tools and skills they need to apply for jobs. We also have an award winning rehabilitation service, which is for people who have had a life changing injury as a result of an accident, trauma or ill health. Our rehabilitation service is available all over the UK. Homes and repairs Our homes and repairs service helps older and disabled people to live independently. We provide accessible homes and supported housing in the East of England. Our teams offer advice and support to people who want to repair, improve or adapt their homes. We advise on making homes safer, more secure and more energy efficient. We also help our customers to claim any benefits they may be entitled to. We have a handyperson service which helps people with big or small jobs around the home or garden. Leisure, sport and social Our leisure service helps disabled people to have fun, make friends and learn new skills. Our centres offer a variety of leisure and learning activities, such as arts and crafts, computer skills, and gardening. We run youth clubs for disabled young people to get together and enjoy games, arts and crafts, karaoke, and music. Page 5 of 12

6 We have three social enterprise cafés in Cambridgeshire, which are popular places to meet, eat and drink. These cafés provide work experience and training for disabled and disadvantaged people. We offer supported holidays at Kerry Farm, which is located in the beautiful Welsh countryside. At the working farm people affected by disability can come together, try new challenges or enjoy a rare chance to relax. We also have an accessible holiday home at Kelling Heath Holiday Park in Norfolk. Information and advice We have an Information Centre, which provides free information and advice for disabled people, their families and carers. We can give advice over the phone or by to anyone who lives in the UK. Some of the things we can give people advice about include benefits, grants and accessibility. Our West Suffolk Disability Resource Centre in Bury St Edmunds provides essential services and advice for disabled people, families and carers. Page 6 of 12

7 Part 2: Volunteering at Papworth Trust As a volunteer, there are many different and interesting ways you can help Papworth Trust and support disabled people to say I can. Volunteer roles A wide range of roles are available, including: directly supporting people with disabilities administration fundraising youth clubs maintenance gardening mentoring and befriending. Every voluntary role we offer has a role description. This describes the tasks we wish you to perform, how often we hope you will volunteer for, and where you will be based. During your time as a volunteer your role may be reviewed, or developed with your agreement. If you would like more information on volunteering roles offered by Papworth Trust then please visit our website or contact us directly. How volunteering can benefit you: find something you enjoy be part of a team meet new people and make new friends gain confidence improve your health gain new skills and work experience personal growth and development make a difference to the lives of disabled people help your local community. How much time is required? You can choose to give as much time as you wish, although some roles may suit someone who can commit to attending regularly for an ongoing period of time. The time requirement varies it depends what role you choose. Page 7 of 12

8 What we ask from you Alongside guidance from your volunteer manager and this handbook, we have a summary voluntary agreement containing the standards that we ask our volunteers to meet. We ask that you: carry out your role according to our guidelines, policies and procedures and to the best of your ability complete training to enable you to perform your role where necessary let your manager know if you have a health condition we need to support you with make sure that your attitude, behaviour and language are positive and appropriate to your role and those around you do not use your position or any information you receive inappropriately use any internet access and IT equipment provided by us appropriately and only in relation to your volunteering activities do not accept money or gifts that are of significant value. You may accept small gifts, such as chocolates, birthday or other cards where refusal may cause embarrassment do not make statements to the media without approval from our Marketing Team and your volunteer manager read the Volunteer Handbook and ask for help or support if you are unsure about any part of your volunteering duties update us about any changes to your personal circumstances (including contact details, health, convictions) sign this Volunteer Agreement and return it to your volunteer manager. What you can expect from us In return we promise to: assign you a volunteer manager and coordinator to support you and provide you with an induction provide support and training to help you achieve and maintain standards in line with the policies of Papworth Trust be open to your opinions about your volunteering experience and review any changes you may suggest quickly and fairly resolve any problems, complaints or difficulties you may have while you volunteer with us reimburse agreed out-of-pocket expenses, such as reasonable travel costs, subject to you following our expense claims process provide information, training and support in line with our health and safety policy give you adequate insurance cover while you carry out agreed volunteering duties provide you with suitable specialist clothing and equipment to carry out your volunteer role, if it is needed. Page 8 of 12

9 Part 3: Information for volunteers We want your volunteering experience to be fun, rewarding and productive. This Handbook and your volunteer manager will help you achieve this. For further guidance please see the Volunteer Handbook Appendices or contact us: Volunteer induction When you start, you ll receive an induction from your manager or a nominated member of staff. The aim of the induction is to familiarise you with the role, your team, surroundings, relevant policies and procedures, the wider organisation and what you will be helping to achieve. Training available Training is available to prepare you for your voluntary role. The training you receive will vary depending on your role, topics include: data protection safeguarding vulnerable adults child protection awareness equality and diversity personal safety food hygiene. To request training please speak to your manager or team leader. Expenses Papworth Trust will pay volunteers for reasonable out-of-pocket expenses. You will need to keep your receipts, such as for parking and public transport tickets and agreed purchases. If you use your own vehicle, you will also need to record your mileage. You can get an expenses claim form from your volunteer manager or our website. Please ask your volunteer manager if you have any queries around a specific claim. Your welfare benefits will not be affected if you volunteer with us so long as you continue to meet the conditions required for receiving your benefits. The Department for Work and Pensions recommend that you tell the office that gives you your benefits about your volunteering role, and they can then advise you further. Page 9 of 12

10 Insurance All official volunteering activities are covered by our insurance policies. Health and safety We will make sure that you volunteer in a safe and healthy environment. We will take steps to reduce any risks you may face. As a volunteer, you are also responsible for your own health and safety and of the people you volunteer for and with. You must report all accidents or if you feel unwell to your volunteer manager. You must also inform your volunteer manager if you have any existing health condition we need to be aware of. We will give you information about health and safety as part of your induction this will include: who the qualified first aider is fire exits, procedures and precautions common hazards personal safety. Safeguarding vulnerable adults As part of your volunteering you may interact with vulnerable adults or children. Papworth Trust is commited to providing a safe environment for all service users. If you have concerns about someone s welfare please report them to your volunteer manager, another team member or the Volunteering Team. Confidentiality The purpose of data protection and confidentiality is to protect people from unauthorised, unreasonable use of personal information. All information about anyone you volunteer with should remain confidential unless there is a welfare or safeguarding issue that your manager should be made aware of. All departments in all offices operate a clear desk policy and important information must be stored away with no sensitive and personal data left on show. For more details on the clear desk and data protection policies please contact the Volunteering Team or see the Volunteer Handbook Appendices. Page 10 of 12

11 Policies and guidelines The main policies that relate to volunteers can be found in the Appendices to this Handbook available from our website, or by contacting the Volunteering Team. We keep our policies under review so would advise you to consult the relevant policy as and when you need to. The main policies are: volunteer policy equality and diversity policy business information systems IT policy procedures health and safety policy safeguarding vulnerable people policy data protection and clear desk policy code of conduct guidelines for complaints. Leaving Papworth Trust If you decide to leave your volunteer role, please inform your manager at the earliest opportunity. In due course we will offer to carry out an exit interview with you. This is a chance for you to give feedback on your volunteering experience. Your feedback will help us to improve our volunteering programme for future volunteers. Asking us for a reference If you would like to use Papworth Trust as a referee to support your application for employment or another voluntary role, please use the following contact details: The Volunteering Team Papworth Trust volunteering@papworthtrust.org.uk Bernard Sunley Centre Papworth Everard Cambridgeshire CB23 3RG Page 11 of 12

12 Part 4: Guidelines, your suggestions and problem solving Comments and improvements We are always trying to improve our services and welcome your comments or suggestions. Please tell your manager or the Volunteering Team if there is something we can improve, or participate when asked in one of our satisfaction surveys. Problem solving and complaints If you have a complaint or issue please speak to the Volunteering Team, your volunteer manager or another team member. Issues and complaints will be dealt with openly, fairly and quickly to: protect you minimise any disruption to staff, the people we support and other volunteers protect the reputation of Papworth Trust. If you find out about any activities that you believe to be illegal or not right, you should tell your volunteer manager or another team member immediately. If you are unable to do this, or not happy with the outcome, then please inform the Volunteering Team. Anything you say will be kept confidential. You can contact us at: volunteering@papworthtrust.org.uk Thank you for choosing to volunteer with Papworth Trust Page 12 of 12

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