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Early Diagnosis Volunteer (Croydon)

Bowel Cancer UK

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Our exciting new early diagnosis programme needs your support. We’re working with local health partners across the UK, to run a yearlong programme of activities to improve early diagnosis. We'll be bringing local communities together to help more people spot bowel cancer symptoms early and increase bowel screening uptake.

This role focuses on the awareness side getting people talking about bowel cancer, feeling better informed, and confident about taking action for their health.

It’s a one‑year role and a great fit for anyone passionate about bowel cancer awareness. A personal connection to the cause is helpful but not required.

Advice, information & support

IT Skills - Basic, Organising & Planning, Initiative/Self Motivation, Verbal Communication

Excellent interpersonal, listening and communication skills Confident speaking to the general public Ability to confidently carry out your role independently and reliably Enthusiastic and approachable Able to communicate with people from various backgrounds and with different levels of understanding An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and data protection

Awareness training around bowel cancer, signs and symptoms of bowel cancer and bowel screening programmes Experience of speaking to the general public and promoting public health initiatives Knowing you’re making a difference by helping to increase early diagnosis of bowel cancer by raising vital awareness of signs, symptoms and screening Role specific training including but not limited to: GDPR, safeguarding and presentation skills Regular virtual and in-person volunteer social opportunities (optional) Ongoing support from our dedicated staff Regular news, updates and development opportunities via the volunteer portal Expenses covered in line with our volunteer expense policy

Flexible around your own commitments.

Further location details may be provided below.

Lily Melton

Local Community, Croydon.

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18+

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