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Student Volunteer at Beat the Winter Blues Family Fun Day
Organisation Details
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (2026)
Sub theme: Children, Health and Wellbeing
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Organisation Description: Join our team to support the community and gain meaningful experience!
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is committed to improving the health and quality of life of the diverse communities it serves by delivering compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative care. Volunteers play a vital role in supporting this mission, contributing their time and energy to enhance patient experience, staff morale, and service delivery across all hospital sites.
We value our volunteers as an integral part of our workforce, recognising their contributions through structured support, training, and national accreditation such as the Investing in Volunteers award. MFT fosters a culture of respect, dignity, and open communication, ensuring that volunteers feel empowered and appreciated in their roles.
Who can apply?
Anyone with a passion to make a difference and a willingness to give their time can apply to become a volunteer. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life. Whether you have specific skills to offer or simply a desire to help, there are opportunities available for everyone.
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old, with no upper age limit, as long as they are able to perform the responsibilities of the role at MFT.
Where can I volunteer?
We have a variety of volunteer roles available across our hospital sites; however, please note that your preferred site may depend on availability and service needs. Our hospitals include:
Oxford Road Campus (ORC) – Manchester Royal Infirmary, Saint Mary’s Hospital, Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital and University Dental Hospital of Manchester
Wythenshawe Hospital, Withington Community Hospital, Trafford General Hospital, and Altrincham Hospital (WTWA)
North Manchester General Hospital
Local Care Organisation (LCO), and Trafford Local Care Organisation (TLCO)
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is committed to improving the health and quality of life of the diverse communities it serves by delivering compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative care. Volunteers play a vital role in supporting this mission, contributing their time and energy to enhance patient experience, staff morale, and service delivery across all hospital sites.
We value our volunteers as an integral part of our workforce, recognising their contributions through structured support, training, and national accreditation such as the Investing in Volunteers award. MFT fosters a culture of respect, dignity, and open communication, ensuring that volunteers feel empowered and appreciated in their roles.
Who can apply?
Anyone with a passion to make a difference and a willingness to give their time can apply to become a volunteer. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and walks of life. Whether you have specific skills to offer or simply a desire to help, there are opportunities available for everyone.
Volunteers must be at least 16 years old, with no upper age limit, as long as they are able to perform the responsibilities of the role at MFT.
Where can I volunteer?
We have a variety of volunteer roles available across our hospital sites; however, please note that your preferred site may depend on availability and service needs. Our hospitals include:
Oxford Road Campus (ORC) – Manchester Royal Infirmary, Saint Mary’s Hospital, Manchester Royal Eye Hospital, Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital and University Dental Hospital of Manchester
Wythenshawe Hospital, Withington Community Hospital, Trafford General Hospital, and Altrincham Hospital (WTWA)
North Manchester General Hospital
Local Care Organisation (LCO), and Trafford Local Care Organisation (TLCO)
Description of role: Manchester Integrative Medical Practice (MIMP) is a local, innovative GP practice creating opportunities for students to get involved, helping residents take an active part in their care and improving NHS care through research. They’re now inviting students to volunteer at their Beat the Winter Blues Family Fun Day.
When and where
Saturday 10 October, 8:30am-1:30pm - Moss Side Health Centre, M14 4GP
Who we’re looking for: Students in medical, health or related fields. No previous volunteering experience or additional language skills are needed - everyone is welcome to apply. If you do speak Arabic, Urdu or Somali, those languages would be particularly helpful. Skills in henna, face painting or crafts would also be welcome.
How you can help:
Set up before the event and tidy up afterwards
Welcome and direct patients
Help with garden games, children’s crafts and colouring (supplies provided)
Offer henna or face painting, if you have those skills
Promote opportunities to take part in NHS research
Support patients to access help for benefits, housing and employment
What you’ll gain:
You’ll meet local residents and health professionals, work alongside the Neighbourhood Health Champions to learn how benefits, housing and employment affect health, and find out how NIHR research can improve NHS care.
Free lunch and a certificate of participation will be provided.
If you’d like to volunteer, please let us know about any language or artistic skills you’d like to use. Please also let us know if you have any dietary requirements (free lunch provided).
When and where
Saturday 10 October, 8:30am-1:30pm - Moss Side Health Centre, M14 4GP
Who we’re looking for: Students in medical, health or related fields. No previous volunteering experience or additional language skills are needed - everyone is welcome to apply. If you do speak Arabic, Urdu or Somali, those languages would be particularly helpful. Skills in henna, face painting or crafts would also be welcome.
How you can help:
Set up before the event and tidy up afterwards
Welcome and direct patients
Help with garden games, children’s crafts and colouring (supplies provided)
Offer henna or face painting, if you have those skills
Promote opportunities to take part in NHS research
Support patients to access help for benefits, housing and employment
What you’ll gain:
You’ll meet local residents and health professionals, work alongside the Neighbourhood Health Champions to learn how benefits, housing and employment affect health, and find out how NIHR research can improve NHS care.
Free lunch and a certificate of participation will be provided.
If you’d like to volunteer, please let us know about any language or artistic skills you’d like to use. Please also let us know if you have any dietary requirements (free lunch provided).
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Creative Skills, Customer Service, Oral Communication Skills
Are volunteer expenses available?: No
Duration of role: One day / week only
Start date:
End date:
Opportunity times: Saturday Morning
DBS required: Off
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: No
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 5
Location:
Manchester Integrative Medical Practice, Moss Side Health Centre
Manchester
M14 4GP