Breakfast Club Volunteer

This volunteer role supports the smooth running of the Monday Breakfast Club creating a warmwelcomingand safe space for people accessing the service. As a Breakfast Club Volunteer you help set up the space greet attendees support light activities and conversation and contribute to a positive community atmosphere. You play an important part in helping service users build routineconfidenceand connection as part of their recovery journey.

• Prepare the breakfast area in line with Food Hygiene regulations and service guidance.

• Set up equipmentsuppliesand the environment to ensure the session starts smoothlyand clearing up at the end of the session

• Welcome all guests warmly helping to create a relaxed and inclusive space.

• Keepan accurateregister of attendees ensuring food allergies and dietary needs are recorded appropriately.

• Prepare and serve hot drinks and toast ensuring hygiene and safety throughout.

• Introduce new customers to the Breakfast Club and explain what they can expect from the session.

• Support introductions among service users to help build confidence and social connection.

• Encourage the use of weekly planners or similar tools to support routine-building and recovery goals.

• Helpfacilitateinformal group conversations and light activities whereappropriate.

• Liaise with the staff member on dutyregardingany safeguarding or wellbeing concerns.

• Assistwith clearing and cleaning the space at the end of the session.

• Follow all relevantWaythroughpolicies including safeguarding confidentiality informationgovernanceand health & safety.

• Support the development and potential expansion of the Breakfast Club includingnew ideasfor activities themedmorningsor discussions.

Skills/qualitieswe would like you to bring to the role:

• Warmfriendlyand approachable manner when engaging with service users

• Good communicationskills and the ability to make people feel welcome

• Ability to engage respectfully with people from diverse backgrounds

• Comfortable chatting informally and supporting light group conversations

• Awareness of personal boundaries and when to seek staffsupport

• Organised and reliable with good timekeeping

• Caringunderstandingand non-judgmental approach towards people with lived experience

• Able to work as part of a team and take direction when needed

• A genuine interest in being part of the mission and vision ofWaythrough

• Ability tomaintainconfidentialityprofessional boundaries adhere to Waythrough policies and media guidelines engage in supervision and complete relevant training