Volunteering is a great way to make good use of your skills while supporting Jami’s vital work.
Volunteers play a significant role in Jami, providing essential support in our hubs and at Head Room café; through hospital visiting and befriending; providing financial or benefits advice; fundraising trust research; through hospitality for Jewish festivals and beyond.
The Jami Ambassador Programme has introduced us to incredible advocates who provide an essential link to their synagogue or youth group community, raising awareness of what we do and helping us in our goal of ‘transforming the landscape’ of mental health.
Compeer is Jami’s exciting 1:1 befriending programme, which pairs individuals with trained volunteers which can be in person, over the phone or via Zoom. Through regular contact and check-in calls, matches can build trust and get to know each other, whilst promoting independence and better wellbeing through planned activities in pairs. Activities can range from a coffee and a chat, accompanying to appointments or groups within the community and would depend on the need of the individual, and so a flexible approach is key!
Whatever your background and however you help, volunteering at Jami is rewarding and fun.
“I get a lot of confidence out of volunteering … as well as a lot of social interaction – even going out to the cinema with other volunteers.”
– Louis
Current volunteering opportunities
Compeer Volunteering seeks to combine friendship with practical support through a 1:1 match to reduce loneliness and isolation and promote independence and recovery.
We are looking for a Compeer volunteers who can help their match build confidence, self-esteem, and motivation to make positive steps towards better mental wellbeing. Activities could include accompanying your match to an appointment, helping with shopping, gardening, or exercise, as well as social activities such as having a friendly chat over a cup of coffee or going to the cinema. To view the full volunteer role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
We are looking for a passionate and empathetic volunteer to support Head Room’s friendly team on a Sunday with a monthly event that runs from 3pm-8:30pm All our staff are strong mental health advocates and enjoy the culture of the café which is a safe space for the community, and we are looking for someone with the same values.
To view the full volunteer role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
We are looking for a Music group volunteer to support and work closely with the Music group facilitator in a popular group, Music4All at Head Room. Music4All Group combines an opportunity for expression through music with companionship and fun in a relaxed atmosphere.
Co-created with community members, it is a vibrant and inclusive space where people of all musical abilities come together to explore, create, and connect. Whether jamming, singing, or experimenting with different instruments, participants feel welcomed and supported in expressing themselves creatively.
One of the key successes of the group has been its ability to bring together a diverse mix of people who share a love for music, regardless of their experience level. Participants have remarked on how the relaxed atmosphere encourages them to step outside of their comfort zones, try new things, and build confidence.
To view the full volunteer role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
We are looking for a writing Group Volunteer to support the Writing group facilitator in a weekly group at Head Room. Our writing group combines an opportunity for expression through writing with companionship and fun in a relaxed atmosphere. It’s a lively group, which gets on average 10 people attending. The volunteer will be required to be at Head Room from 2.00-3.45 on a Wednesday. The role is predominantly made up of working directly with the community and will best suit someone who thrives on building connections, having conversations and cultivating relationships. Writers, students, teachers, artists, therapists and all those who value human connections and creative expression will find immense value in volunteering as a Writing Group Volunteer. Discover the joy of inspiring others and nurturing a community of writers at Head Room!
To view the full volunteer role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
Our hospital visitors play a vital role in making contact with patients in mental health units. By providing company and companionship, volunteers will be enhancing the patient experience and helping to reduce any feelings of isolation. This will be done in person, or over
the phone depending on current covid restrictions. Prior to hospital discharge, discuss with people whether they would like follow-on support from Jami services. This role can be emotionally demanding and looking after your own self care is very important.
This role is ideal for someone who has or is working within a mental health setting, although this is not essential.
To view the full volunteer role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
We are looking for a kitchen volunteer to support our Hub cook in the kitchen. This would include helping to clean and clear away the dishes. We are looking for a volunteer for Thursday afternoons.
Our hubs offer a safe space for members to socialise, meet new people, and engage in different groups and activities. This is a vital service which plays a key role in reducing loneliness and isolation and helps people to build new relationships and to stay socially connected, as part of a mutually supportive community.
To view the full volunteer role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
Can you help to support the smooth delivery of our Finchley hub service?
Our hubs provide a safe and welcoming space, and support people to feel less lonely and isolated, and part of a mutually supportive community. The role will include tasks such as facilitate fun and interesting sessions and activities, support with lunch preparation and chat with people throughout the day.
To view the full role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
Ambassadors are advocates of Jami and provide a vital link to their synagogue or community.
Jami work with a variety of communities across the UK and are looking for more ambassadors to help engage others and to raise awareness about mental health in their community.
Join Jami’s team of amazing ambassador volunteers. With our specialised training and support, you can help your synagogue or community to take the next steps to better mental health.
If you are proactive, enthusiastic and looking for an exciting challenge, and have a good understanding of your synagogue or community, we would love to hear from you.
To view the full role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email emma.dorman@jamiuk.org
Sometimes when we are experiencing problems with our mental health, some of the everyday tasks can feel daunting and overwhelming. We often receive requests from our clients for practical support, and so we are now looking for volunteers who can support our clients with specific practical tasks.
This could be anything from building flatpack furniture, to support with attending medical appointments, and could be on a one-off basis, or more ongoing depending on the needs of the clients.
The type and nature of these tasks do vary, and so a flexible approach is key.
To view the full role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
Our hubs offer a safe space for members to socialise, meet new people, and engage in different groups and activities. This is a vital service which plays a key role in reducing loneliness and isolation and helps people to build new relationships and to stay socially connected, as part of a mutually supportive community. We are looking for someone who can organise quizzes for our members
To view the full volunteer role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
We are currently looking for a volunteer to support our members when needed in travelling on public transport, this could be to an appointment, or to and from the hub if needed. This role would not involve any physical support and is more about providing a level of reassurance and encouragement.
Our hubs offer a safe space for members to socialise, meet new people, and engage in different groups and activities. This is a vital service which plays a key role in reducing loneliness and isolation and helps people to build new relationships and to stay socially connected, as part of a mutually supportive community.
To view the full volunteer role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
We are looking for a Walking Group Volunteer to support the Walking Group Facilitator for a popular group at the Head Room Café.
For our community this is an opportunity to move the body, meet new people or just have a bit of ‘me time’.
To view the full volunteer role description click here.
To apply for the role, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org
To find out more about volunteering, please email sophie.chappell@jamiuk.org or complete this general online form to let us know what areas of volunteering you are interested in.
