Walking Companion & Guide

Our Striders group meet on a monthly basis (last Friday of the month) and enjoy a stride of around 5 miles across the beautiful Isle of Wight.

We are looking for Volunteers to assist with our members guiding them across unfamiliar terrain but also enjoying their surroundings. The group often finish with an enjoyable pub lunch in a local establishment.

Skills

  • Fit and able to walk at least 5 miles, be able to guide and assist members ( in house training will be provided) 
  • Understanding of members needs and being able to communicate with them.
  • Guide dogs will be in the group so a love of dogs would be good.

Details

  • Diversity and equal opportunities policy
  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
  • Child Protection
  • Complaints Policy
  • Confidentially Policy
  • DBS check required
  • Ex Offenders
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for Duke of Edinburgh Award
  • Suitable for Supported Volunteering
  • Suitable for Under 16's
  • Suitable for Under 18's
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Vulnerable Adults Policy
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 01/08/2022

End Date: 31/01/2026

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No Yes No No
Afternoon No No No No Yes No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

On the last Friday of each month

Location

This opportunity has no specific location.

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