Our organisation offers a diverse range of services, programmes and initiatives in order to support our local communities to belong, contribute and thrive.
We deliver a range of programmes and ...
Hair & Beauty Wellbeing Volunteer
Practical details
Volunteering • Organisation role
Contact person
Sanna Ahsan
#125629
Scan me or visit www.volunteerbucks.org.uk/o/OneYMCA/opportunities/Hair--Beauty-Wellbeing-Volunteer/125629 to join
We’re looking for enthusiastic hair, beauty and barbering students who would like to use their skills to support residents living in our homeless accommodation
This is a great opportunity to gain practical experience, build confidence and develop your skills, while making a positive difference to people who may not otherwise have access to these types of services.
You could provide simple hair, barbering or beauty treatments in a safe and welcoming environment, helping residents to feel good about themselves and supporting their wellbeing.
Depending on your skills and training, this could include:
- Haircuts, trims and basic styling
- Barbering services
- Basic beauty treatments
- Nails and simple manicures
- Skincare and wellbeing treatments
- Helping residents prepare for interviews, appointments or other important occasions
- Creating a relaxed, friendly and positive experience for residents
- Uphold One YMCA’s safeguarding, confidentiality, and health & safety policies at all times.
Skills / Abilities / Experience / Qualities
We're looking for people who are:
- Studying hairdressing, barbering, beauty therapy or a related course
- Keen to gain practical experience
- Friendly, approachable and non-judgemental
- Comfortable working with people from a range of backgrounds
- Professional and respectful
- Reliable and committed to creating a positive experience for residents
Training / Support
- A full induction to the service and specific site will be provided.
- Requirement to undertake One YMCA online training courses, including safeguarding; Health & Safety Awareness and Manual Handling where appropriate.
- To understand and implement One YMCA’s policies.
- Ongoing support and regular 1:1 meetings with your line manager
- Access to organisational events throughout the year including a Volunteer’s Celebration and Annual conference
Additional Information
- Additional risk assessments and DBS checks may be required
About OneYMCA
Our organisation offers a diverse range of services, programmes and initiatives in order to support our local communities to belong, contribute and thrive.
We deliver a range of programmes and services that tackle the issues facing local people such as homelessness, family support and wellbeing. We offer opportunities for young people, from apprenticeships to work experience and childcare to youth clubs.
We work with all ages, faiths and backgrounds, as part of a global network of 14,000 YMCAs.