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Walk+Talk - Walk Leader

Organisation

Walk+Talk

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Short Description

This volunteer will lead a short 45 minute walk for/with local residents to help them get gently active, chat, and connect with their community during the autumn and winter months

Meeting walkers at a designated coffee shop Nepa on Corsham Street.
- Leading a gentle, accessible walk (approx. 45–60 minutes) around the local neighborhood.
- Welcoming new walkers, making people feel included, and encouraging conversation.

What you will be doing

Volunteer Walk Leader – Short-Term (3 Months, Hoxton / Old St)
Location: Meets at NEPA Coffee and Food, 29 Corsham St, London N1 6DR
When: Every Tuesday at 2:00 PM starting from Tuesday 20th October.
Commitment: ~1.5 hours per week (from 20th October to mid-January)

About the Role:

Do you love walking, fresh air, and bringing people together? We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable volunteer to lead a brand-new Walk+Talk group in the Hoxton/Old Street area.

Following the successful template of the national Walk+Talk programme, this group aims to help local residents get active, chat, and connect with their community during the autumn and winter months

What you will be doing:

- Meeting walkers at a designated spot on or near Corsham Street.
- Leading a gentle, accessible walk (approx. 45–60 minutes) around the local neighbourhood.
- Welcoming new walkers, making people feel included, and encouraging conversation.

What we are looking for:

- A friendly, conversational, and reliable person.
- Good knowledge of or comfort navigating the local Hoxton/Shoreditch area.
- Punctuality and a commitment to show up every week for the 3-month period.

Why volunteer with us?

- We are a charity supporting social connection through activity programmes.
- This is a low-barrier, high-impact role perfect for anyone looking to step into a community leadership position, boost their CV, stay active, or meet neighbours. It’s a defined 3-month project, making it ideal for students, remote workers, or retirees looking for a short-term way to give back.

This particular walk is supported by drinks brand MOJU, who's employees will be attending to support their community as part of their own social impact programme

Activities

Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring,Community Work,Support Work,General and Helping

Skills & Attributes

Managing People

Skills Description

- A friendly, conversational, and reliable person. - Good knowledge of or comfort navigating the local Hoxton/Shoreditch area. - Punctuality and a commitment to show up every week for the 3-month period.

What is in it for you

Charity support - we are a charity supporting social connection through activity programmes. This is a low-barrier, high-impact role perfect for anyone looking to step into a community leadership position, boost their CV, stay active, or meet neighbours. It’s a defined 3-month project, making it ideal for students, remote workers, or retirees looking for a short-term way to give back. The walk is also supported by MOJU drinks - and their employees who will be able to join and support the walks when possible.

Time Commitment

1.5 hours per week on Tuesday afternoons.

Driving Licence & Vehicle Required

Travel Expenses

Available in multiple locations

Further location details may be provided below.

Contact Person

Rachel Mitchell

Role Address

NEPA Coffee and Food, 29 Corsham St, London N1 6DR

Postcode (See Google maps below)

N16DR

Directions

Old St Tube station - a 3 minute walk from there

Number of volunteers required

How to find out more

Application Process

Application Form

ID Check

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)

References

Informal Discussion (may include an interview)

Support you will receive

Wheelchair Access

Disability and Access Support

We would ensure the walk route is accessible for the volunteer dependant on their needs and the charty would conduct a Risk ASsessment and Route plan to make sure any needs were accommodated