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Marie Curie

Volunteer Companion - Royal Glamorgan Hospital

Pontyclun On-site 0-2 yrs exp
CompassionPatienceActive ListeningCommunicationComfort With Sensitive Topics
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Requirements

Applicants must be at least 18 and should be caring, patient, and good listeners. They must be comfortable discussing sensitive topics such as death, dying, and bereavement, using email to complete brief reports, and respecting boundaries and confidentiality.

Job Description

Volunteer as a Hospital Companion and help bring comfort and a smile to someone

If you’re someone who wants to offer comfort when it matters most, consider becoming a Marie Curie Companion Volunteer at Royal Glamorgan Hospital. You’ll support people with a terminal diagnosis simply by being present. Each week, you’ll spend time with someone who needs a friendly face - offering conversation, sense of calm, and genuine companionship.

Availability: Up to 3 hours per week

Time: Flexible to suit your schedule

Location: Royal Glamorgan Hospital Ynysmaerdy Terrace, Pontyclun CF72 8XR

Criteria: Minimum 18 years of age

 

What you'll do:

  • Visit different patients at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital
  • Each visit may be with a different person, offering variety and new conversations
  • Share a cup of tea, a chat, or simply quiet companionship
  • Listen to stories, memories, or just talk about the everyday
  • Share helpful info and connect families to local services
  • Complete a basic report after each visit

Why you'd be a great fit:

  • Caring and compassionate nature
  • Patience and good listening skills
  • Comfortable with sensitive topics, such as death, dying and bereavement
  • Comfortable with email and completing a brief visit report
  • Respectful of boundaries and confidentiality

What you’ll gain:

  • Full training, ongoing guidance and wellbeing support
  • Recognition for your time
  • Deep sense of purpose
  • Updates on the difference you’re making
  • Long Service Awards
  • Be part of the UK’s leading end-of-life charity
  • Travel and expenses covered
  • Access to discounts on shopping, dining, travel and more
  • 15% discount in-store at our Marie Curie Shops (Terms & Conditions apply)
     

Need more information

Contact our Volunteer Services Officer Rebecca Lilley T: 07753 271591 E: Rebecca.Lilley@mariecurie.org.uk


At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone - staff and volunteers alike - supportive, inclusive and rewarding.  We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
 
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings.  We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
 
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.
 
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you - your experience, perspective and voice.

Skills

CompassionPatienceActive ListeningCommunicationComfort With Sensitive TopicsConfidentialityRespecting BoundariesEmailReport WritingConnecting Families With Local Services