Create a safe space for your Parkinson’s community.
‘It’s a fantastic feeling when someone new comes to their first meeting. They’re usually nervous or unsure what to expect, yet they tend to leave with a smile on their face, more confident and with a lot of new friends. They have found somewhere safe where no one sees them just for their Parkinson’s.’ — Tony, Support Group Coordinator.
Our groups offer vital friendship and support, and as a Group Coordinator you’ll lead a collaborative team of volunteers, making shared decisions to ensure activities are safe and inclusive. You’ll respond to the unique needs of people living with Parkinson’s, right where you are.
Lead a friendly team, make a big impact and build community as a Lead Volunteer. You’ll be supported every step of the way by your fellow volunteers, a named Parkinson’s UK staff contact, and essential training, so you won’t be alone.
Why we want you
Do you enjoy bringing people together and creating a sense of community? Our groups offer friendship and support to people living with Parkinson’s and are run by volunteers just like you!
As a Group Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in your group by inspiring, coordinating and supporting other volunteers in the group. Together, you’ll help organise activities and events and ensure the smooth running of your group. You’ll make decisions in an inclusive way, responding to the unique needs of your local Parkinson’s community. Resources and support are available to help you carry out the role effectively, so you won’t be alone.
The tasks you’ll be asked to undertake will vary depending on the group’s size and income. Some tasks are core to the role, but we encourage lead volunteers to delegate tasks where possible so volunteering is easy, engaging and enriching for everyone.
What you will be doing
- Act as a link between your group and the local community.
- Plan and coordinate the group’s programme of activities together with other group volunteers, including meetings, talks, classes and outings.
- Stay up to date with Parkinson’s UK training and guidance and share it with others in your team.
- Make decisions collaboratively by listening to the views of other volunteers and people affected by Parkinson’s.
- Represent Parkinson’s UK in line with our values and the Volunteering Agreement.
The skills you need
- Enthusiastic and committed to your Parkinson’s community.
- Able to bring people together to share tasks and make things happen.
- Strong organisational skills.
- Good at communicating, and ensuring that everyone is included and heard.
- Confident with email and willing to use other digital tools to support your role.
What’s in it for you
- Make a real difference and directly impact people living with Parkinson’s in your community, providing enjoyable and enriching activities.
- Gain further experience and build on your skills in leadership, teamworking, organisation and community building.
- Join a friendly team and meet and connect with other volunteers and staff from Parkinson’s UK.
- Increase your understanding and learn more about Parkinson’s and the support available.
- Be part of a pioneering organisation committed to improving life for everyone affected by Parkinson’s.
- Full training and ongoing support throughout your volunteering.
- Expenses covered: reasonable out-of-pocket expenses incurred as part of your volunteering will be reimbursed in line with our expenses policy.
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