Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Volunteer Befriender

The closing date is 30 April 2026

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Job summary

We are seeking Befrienders to provide companionship and promote social interaction for older adult residents of Rotherham care homes.

This post will be working with the Mental Health Workers within the Care Home Liaison Team. The team provides mental health support to residents of Rotherham care homes. and therefore working primarily with patients with dementia or cognitive impairment, but also with patients experiencing low mood or other mental health conditions.

Main duties of the job

  • Providing companionship and promoting social interaction with a range of people, primarily older adults.
  • Providing social support by encouraging and engaging with patients, for example engaging in conversation, reading the newspaper, playing cards, etc.
  • Supporting the completion of "This is me" documents or similar life story documents.
  • Volunteering alongside Mental Health Workers from the Care Home Liaison Team.
  • Providing one to one befriending to patients on a short term basis.
  • Be able to travel independently to Care Home settings, the team covers care homes across Rotherham.

About us

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.

We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.

We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.

We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/

To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:

https://workwithrdash.co.uk/

We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:

https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q

The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:

https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook

Details

Date posted

15 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience N/A Volunteer

Contract

Voluntary

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

376-VOL-0125

Job locations

Ferham Clinic

Ferham Clinic

Rotherham

S61 1AJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • oGood listening skills with a warm, friendly and professional approach.
  • oAbility to travel for face to face befriending
  • oInterest in working with people with mental illness and / or physical health needs
  • oTo behave professionally and treat others with dignity and respect at all times and adhere to the principles of the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy
Person Specification

Essential

Essential

  • oGood listening skills with a warm, friendly and professional approach.
  • oAbility to travel for face to face befriending
  • oInterest in working with people with mental illness and / or physical health needs
  • oTo behave professionally and treat others with dignity and respect at all times and adhere to the principles of the Trusts Equality and Diversity Policy

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Ferham Clinic

Ferham Clinic

Rotherham

S61 1AJ


Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Ferham Clinic

Ferham Clinic

Rotherham

S61 1AJ


Employer's website

https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Manager

Clare Blackburn

clare.blackburn6@nhs.net

07815010471

Details

Date posted

15 April 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience N/A Volunteer

Contract

Voluntary

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

376-VOL-0125

Job locations

Ferham Clinic

Ferham Clinic

Rotherham

S61 1AJ


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