VOLUNTEER FOR SIGNAL
Can you spare any of your time to help Signal make a difference to the lives of people who are Deaf, having hearing loss or tinnitus?
Volunteers play an important role in helping us deliver our services and to support with fundraising activities.
Whether you can spare time regularly, or only occasionally, we would love to hear from you. We welcome volunteers from a variety of backgrounds. It is great to draw on the skills and experiences volunteers bring to Signal.
Volunteering Opportunities
Please see below for our current volunteer vacancies.
If you are interested in finding out more about volunteering for Signal please email us on volunteer@signal.org.uk
Social Media Assistant
We are recruiting for a Social Media Assistant to support our team. As Social Media Assistant, you will be involved in writing and scheduling posts for Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, keeping up to date with Signal’s work and promoting this across different channels.
Location: Working from home, so you can be based anywhere. Induction, training and meetings with the Signal staff will take place via Zoom.
Hours: 4 hours or more, but these hours can be flexible to fit around your commitments. Time should be spread across the week to allow for engagement on social media.
Download the full role description below.
People Photographer
We are recruiting for a People Photographer to support our team. Volunteer photography is a rewarding way to contribute to a cause you care about while fine-tuning your skills. Working with Signal’s staff, volunteers and the general public you will take high quality photos at events and activities, such as hearing screening sessions, social Deaf groups, fundraising events, Deaf awareness training and British Sign Language courses.
Location: Shropshire, with a focus on Shrewsbury
Hours: Ca. 2 hours per week. Most of our events and activities will take place 9am-5pm Monday to Friday
Download the full role description below.
Hearing Screeners
We are recruiting for Hearing Screeners to support our team. During the 2020/2021 lockdown, when masks are worn in indoor spaces, many people have become aware of a possible reduction in their hearing. From July 2021 Signal will offer hearing screening for businesses and in public spaces. We are looking for volunteers to perform hearing screenings, who are warm and welcoming and put people at ease whilst being an advocate for Signal. You don’t need to have hearing loss yourself for this role, however if you have experienced hearing loss and are happy to talk about it – even better!
Location: Across Shropshire, incl. Telford & Wrekin. We welcome volunteers from all parts of the county.
Hours: Predominantly weekdays. No set days, we will contact you about your availability. Sessions can last from a couple of hours to half days.
Download the full role description below.
One-To-One Tinnitus Supporter
Signal’s One-To-One support service offers people with tinnitus the opportunity to talk privately about their experience. We are looking for a volunteer with empathy and good communication skills, who has the ability to make people feel at ease and offer advice where appropriate. On some occasions, you may need to work with individuals to create an action plan and provide follow-up communication as required. For this role you should either have experience of tinnitus yourself or have significant interest and knowledge in this area.
Location: Home-based. Individuals will be contacted via phone, video call or email depending upon their preference.
Hours: ca. 3hs per month, but hours might be ad hoc, depending on demand
Download the full role description below.
Tinnitus Support Group Leader - Oswestry
Signal’s Tinnitus Support Groups offer people the opportunity to talk about their experience, share tips and hear from expert speakers. We are looking for a dedicated volunteer to set up and lead a support group in Oswestry. For this role you should either have experience of tinnitus yourself or have significant interest and knowledge in this area. Training on how to lead tinnitus support groups will be provided.
Location: Oswestry
Hours: ca. 5hs per month, plus training
Download the full role description below.
Tinnitus Support Group Leader - Telford
Signal’s Tinnitus Support Groups offer people the opportunity to talk about their experience, share tips and hear from expert speakers. We are looking for a dedicated volunteer to set up and lead a support group in Telford. For this role you should either have experience of tinnitus yourself or have significant interest and knowledge in this area. Training on how to lead tinnitus support groups will be provided.
Location: Telford
Hours: ca. 5hs per month, plus training
Download the full role description below.