Fun Outgoing Secretary (CSVA)

Walton Stroke Group aim to benefit Stroke Recoverers and their Carers with a programme of social activities, therapies and friendship.

The social group which meets on Mondays at Walton Centre for the Community gives stroke recoverers the opportunity to share experiences and receive recovering support from our team of volunteers.

We are seeking a new Secretary who has a passion to help a small charity-based team.We are looking for a secretary to join us in our small but longstanding local charity, which was set up to provide FUN for Stroke recoverers.

We meet weekly at the Walton Centre from 10.00 to 12.00 on a Monday morning : we have activities and subsidised physiotherapy, but also enjoy each other’s company and support – and have a laugh! We organise an annual holiday and the secretary sets up outings and events. The secretary also does a small amount of admin. Could this be you? If you are interested, please come along to one of our meetings and find out more, we would love to see you.

We welcome any new ideas and innovation on how we can go forward in improving our services at the Walton Stroke Group. 

As well as being an active part of the process, Committee members will also be involved in taking away tasks to ensure agreed implementations happen.

If you wish to join us, you will receive full training and support from our friendly team including with understanding the needs of Stroke recoverers

What skills do I need?

• Ability to use Word, email and phone essential. 
• An understanding of the needs of stroke recoverers
• A willingness to participate in discussion and challenge others
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Effective communication skills
• Good strategic vision and creative thinking
• The ability to exercise good, independent judgement
• Empathy and a passion for improving the lives of older people