Songwriting Support Volunteer (Lewisham)

What You'll Do: 

What you will be doing

  • Support service users to create original music, including lyrics, themes, melodies, and simple compositions.
  • Encourage creativity and self-expression through structured or informal songwriting sessions
  • Help service users explore different styles or genres based on their interests
  • Provide positive, trauma informed encouragement to build confidence and celebrate progress.
  • Feedback to staff after sessions regarding attendance, engagement, and any wellbeing concerns

 

Why You'll Love It: 
  • You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
  • We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
What You'll Learn: 
  • You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
What We're Looking For: 
  • A passion for music, songwriting, or creative arts
  • Ability to support and encourage people with varying levels of confidence and ability
  • Friendly, patient, and person centred approach
  • Good communication and listening skills
  • Ability to create a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere
Summary
Volunteering
Volunteer
Mental Health
Lewisham
0 Weeks Minimum
0 Hours / Week
Skills you will develop: 
Communicating
Creativity
Teamwork
Relevant interests: 
Charity / Nonprofit
Requirements: 
DBS check
Over 18 years old
Training

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