Hairdresser or Barber

Volunteer Hairdresser/Barber – Marie Curie Hospice, Bradford

Availability: Any weekday between 10:00 and 15:30

We’re looking for a qualified Hairdresser or Barber to join our team and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.

By offering your time, care, and professional service, you’ll help patients feel comfortable, confident, and cared for - bringing a little joy and dignity to their day through something as simple and powerful as a haircut.

If you’re passionate about people and want to use your skills to brighten someone’s day, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing:

> Provide hairdressing/barbering services to patients at the hospice > Liaise with staff to identify patients who’d like to use the service > Offer friendly conversation and a listening ear > Keep the salon space clean, tidy, and welcoming > Flag any wellbeing concerns to staff > Support with other related tasks as needed

Skills

Why you'd be a great fit:

> NVQ level qualification in hairdressing/Barbering > Friendly, compassionate, and respectful > Comfortable working with patients receiving end-of-life care > Reliable and able to work independently > A good communicator with a warm and approachable manner


Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    We welcome applicants aged 18 years or over.
  • DBS check required
    Enhanced
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
    Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses are reimbursed, including travel at 45p per mile for personal vehicle use or public transport costs with receipts. Reimbursements are paid monthly directly to the volunteer.
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Inclusive Volunteering Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

Application Process

  • Application Form
  • Interview
  • References

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 06/10/2025

End Date: 06/01/2026

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

Availability Details

Availability: Any weekday between 10:00 and 15:30 Flexible to suit the candidates availability which can be discussed in more detail with the Volunteer Manager


Location

Marie Curie Hospice
Maudsley Street
Bradford
Tyne and Wear
BD3 9LE


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