DIY/Handyperson Volunteer

VAR is looking for volunteers who would be interested and able to do small jobs around the home to help some of our most vulnerable and isolated residents. From hanging pictures & curtain rails, to tightening a dripping tap, changing a hard to reach lightbulb or putting flat-pack furniture together... Experience required in basic skills only, no complex electrical, plumbing or gas work will be undertaken. Mileage and expenses available, DBS checks organised by VAR.

Skills

Routine DIY, handyperson, bulb/plug changing, dripping taps, flat-pack furniture building, etc

About Voluntary Action Rutland

Voluntary Action Rutland operates an extensive voluntary transport scheme (a door-to-door service) for frail, elderly, disabled and vulnerable people in Rutland who have difficulty in travelling independently around the area covered by the Transport Scheme.


Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 01/10/2025

End Date: 31/10/2027

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Availability Details

as and when they are able to volunteer their time.


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