Volunteer Become a Mountbatten Hampshire inpatient unit volunteer today! Want to make a real difference to Mountbatten Hampshire's patients and families at our hospice in West End, Southampton? If you’re compassionate, calm, and keen to support people with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones, becoming an inpatient unit volunteer could be the perfect role for you. “It’s not a sad place — it’s calm, warm and full of life” Click here to read why Jane loves volunteering on Mountbatten Hampshire's inpatient unit. What does being a Mountbatten Hampshire inpatient unit volunteer involve? As a Mountbatten Hampshire inpatient unit volunteer, you’ll: Talk with patients and their families; offer a friendly presence and a listening ear Serve food and drinks to patients and visitors Take and record meal and drink requests; liaise with the main kitchen Clear trays, plates, cups, and keep the ward kitchen clean and tidy Refill and replace patient water jugs with appropriate glasses/beakers/straws Help with simple tasks like coordinating newspaper requests with the local newsagent Keep an eye on patient and visitor needs throughout your shift Share key information with fellow volunteers at handover You’ll join an enthusiastic and friendly team, make new friends, and benefit from training and support. Click here to apply and become a Mountbatten Hampshire inpatient unit volunteer What do you need to become a Mountbatten Hampshire inpatient volunteer? Excellent communication skills and a caring approach Respect for confidentiality and professional boundaries A willing attitude, self‑motivation, and reliability Ability to follow policies and procedures Preferably, experience in a healthcare environment Time commitment: 1 shift per week, between 2–4 hours Shifts available 7:30am–9:00pm, Monday to Sunday Recruitment checks: Application form, two references, medical questionnaire, enhanced DBS check One‑day induction training before you start Click here to apply and become a Mountbatten Hampshire inpatient unit volunteer Why become a Mountbatten Hampshire inpatient unit volunteer? Your time directly helps patients and families feel supported and comfortable, and frees our nurses, carers and doctors to focus on clinical care. Together, the time saved by inpatient unit volunteers each year is equivalent to one full‑time nurse. “Patients don’t always want to bother the staff, but they really appreciate having someone to talk to,” Click here to read why Jane loves being a volunteer on Mountbatten Hampshire's inpatient unit. How to apply and become a Mountbatten Hampshire inpatient unit volunteer If you’re ready to join our friendly team and make a difference to the lives of local people living with life‑limiting illness, we’d love to hear from you! Click here to apply and become a Mountbatten Hampshire inpatient unit volunteer Need more information about volunteering with Mountbatten Hampshire? Click here to find out more about volunteering with Mountbatten Hampshire. Manage Cookie Preferences