At Home Library Service Volunteer

At Home Library Service

We are looking for volunteers to help deliver books once every 3 weeks to Blackpool residents who due to poor health, disability, Caring responsibilities, or mobility problems are unable to access their local library.

Tasks:

To collect prepacked books from the library & deliver to customers within the Blackpool boundary

Report any concerns to library staff regards the wellbeing of those customers visited

Log your volunteer hours & submit travel expenses monthly

This role is subjected to an enhanced DBS check which will be done free of charge.

Two references are required.

Apply at https://lancsvp.org.uk/opportunities/at-home-library-service/ 

What skills do I need?

Required Qualities:

Volunteers must be able to drive and have access to a vehicle

Have reasonable health as some lifting is required

Caring & friendly attitude & be committed to good customer care

Good communication & listening skills

Respect for equality & diversity

Ability to use own initiative

Interest in books & reading is helpful

Ability to use basic ICT system would be an advantage

Ability to follow all guidelines by following the related risk assessment

Training:

Volunteers receive ongoing support & induction training by a designated member of staff

Be willing to undertake online courses from time to time as relevant to the role

When do I need to be available?

Where does this role take place?