Volunteer Companion - Tyne and Wear
Marie CurieNewcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom • England, United Kingdom • Sunderland, England, United Kingdom • North Tyneside, England, United Kingdom • South Tyneside, England, United Kingdom
Posted November 4, 2025
Part Time
About the Company
Marie Curie is a passionate, committed and diverse team of more than 4,400 staff and 6,500 volunteers, here for people living with any terminal illness, and their families.
Job Description
We're looking for compassionate, everyday people to join our Companion Team within the surrounding areas of Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, North Tyneside, and South Tyneside. As a Volunteer Companion, you'll visit a person weekly in their home and spend time with them and their family members.
Requirements
- Patient and non-judgmental of others
- Emotionally steady during sensitive moments
- Commit to 3 hours p/week
- Comfortable using email and filling in a short visit report
- Respectful of personal boundaries and confidentiality
Benefits
- Supportive training and ongoing guidance
- A friendly volunteer network
- Recognition for your time
- Travel and expenses covered
- Access to discounts across shopping, dining, travel, and more