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Volunteers and Learner Council Presentation Event

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A Huge Thanks to Our Volunteers & Learner Council Members!

Thank you to everyone who made yesterday’s Volunteers & Learner Council Presentation Event truly special. We celebrated our volunteers and Learner Council through heartfelt speeches and inspiring moments.

Relive the day by accessing the photos from the event. Download your favorite shots using the link below!

Presentation Event Photos

Connect to Work

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 New 'Connect to Work' service opens in West London

A NEW Connect to Work service has launched in West London. The free, voluntary service covers the seven West London Boroughs and will:

  • help people find and keep good quality jobs;
  • provide careers advice and essential skills training; and
  • act as a link between mental health teams and employers to ensure people get the right support at work.

The service is delivered by Shaw Trust. Click here to find out more.

Volunteering at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

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Kickstart a future in healthcare with volunteering!

Have you ever thought about a career in the NHS and being part of something that matters? Do you support or know individuals that are looking to make an impact? The NWL Talent and Recruitment Hub are excited to be supporting Chelsea and Westminster Hospital to recruit passionate and caring individuals to join their hospital as volunteers.

Volunteers are a vital part of the NHS—they offer extra support to patients, families, and staff, helping to create a more caring and responsive environment. Their time and commitment make a real difference in how services are delivered every day.

The hospital is currently recruiting to the below volunteer roles:

  • Ward Helper (for ages 25+)
  • Outpatients Department Volunteer (for ages 25+)
  • A&E Volunteer (for ages 18+)

 Due to the nature of the role and the environment, there are age restrictions to the role as listed above. Volunteers will be required to commit to volunteering 4 hours a week on the same day each week, for a period of 6 months. Travel expenses are not covered and ideal individuals should be within a 45-60 minute journey of the hospital.

 While these positions are unpaid and volunteers be responsible for your own travel costs, many volunteers use this experience as a stepping stone into NHS careers or healthcare training. It’s a great way to build confidence, strengthen future applications, and gain a real sense of what working in the NHS is like.

 Want to find out more?

Join an online Q&A drop-in session on  3rd June at 10am. Come along, bring your questions, and find out if it’s right for you.

 Register by 28th May using this link: Sign up for the Q&A session

 Once you sign up, you'll receive an invite to join the session.

Mental Health Awareness Week

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Mental Health Awareness Week at Learn Hillingdon 

We celebrated Mental Health Awareness Week with a friendly ‘Cups of Care – Tea and Chat’ session bringing together wellbeing learners and staff for a moment to pause, talk and connect.

A big thank you to Hillingdon Talking Therapies for their insightful information stall at our Uxbridge Centre, offering helpful resources and advice to support mental wellbeing.

A great reminder of the power of community and conversation!

Mental Health Awareness Week

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Come and Chat with Hillingdon Talking Therapies

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we're highlighting the importance of community in supporting our wellbeing. As part of the week, Hillingdon Talking Therapies will be at our Uxbridge Adult Learning Centre on Wednesday 14th May 1:00 - 3:00 pm, hosting an information stall. Everyone is welcome to stop by, have a chat, and find out more about the support available.
Let’s come together, connect, and look after our mental health together!
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