Inpatient unit meet & greet volunteer

A warm welcome can make all the difference. As a Meet & Greet Volunteer on our Inpatient Unit, you’ll be one of the first friendly faces that families, visitors and professionals see when they arrive — helping them feel reassured, supported and cared for at what can be a very emotional time.

💜 What you’ll be doing

• Welcoming visitors and relatives to the unit and letting them in via the buzzer system
• Checking who visitors are here to see and liaising with the nursing team
• Helping ensure sign‑in procedures are followed
• Keeping the welcome area calm, tidy and welcoming
• Supporting visitors with kindness and empathy
• Managing deliveries, donations and welcoming ambulance crews
• Helping with small ad‑hoc tasks such as answering the phone

You won’t be providing clinical care — your role is all about presence, reassurance and support.

🙋‍♀️ Who we’re looking for

• Aged 17 or over
• Friendly, approachable and a good listener
• Comfortable talking to a wide range of people
• Calm, empathetic and able to follow clear procedures
• Happy to commit to a regular shift on a rota
• A clinical background is helpful but not essential



🌟 What’s in it for you?

• The chance to make a real difference to families and visitors when it matters most
• A meaningful, patient‑facing role where simple kindness goes a long way
• Excellent experience if you’re interested in healthcare, care roles or volunteering
• Full training and ongoing support from a named line manager
• Paid out‑of‑pocket expenses, including parking while volunteering
• Being part of a supportive, compassionate hospice team

Many volunteers tell us this role is deeply rewarding — challenging at times, but incredibly meaningful.