Café Companion

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Join our friendly team at Wavers Community Café, run by See Beyond CIC at Offerton Community Centre.

We’re looking for a volunteer Conversation Host on Thursdays, 11am–1pm, to offer a warm welcome and company to visitors who would like someone to talk to.

You’ll sit with customers over a cuppa, listen, start conversations and help people feel comfortable joining in. Your time could make a real difference to someone who comes to the café alone.

No previous experience is needed. We value kindness, patience, reliability and an interest in other people.

See Beyond CIC will pay for membership of The Chatty Café Scheme, providing access to host training, resources and ongoing support. Our café team will also provide an induction and support during sessions.

This role focuses on conversation and companionship. You won’t be expected to provide counselling or specialist advice.

Ideally, you’ll be able to attend weekly so visitors can get to know a familiar face.

Role

Friendly, patient and welcoming
Good listening and conversation skills
Comfortable meeting people from different backgrounds
Reliable and ideally available Thursdays, 11am–1pm
Respect for privacy and personal boundaries
Willing to complete host training and safeguarding guidance
Willing to raise any concerns with the café team
No previous experience or formal qualifications required

When:

Thursdays 11am-1pm

Where:

SK2

Closing date for applications:

24 November 2026

Who to contact:

Rachel Harding

See Beyond CIC

Organisation description:

See Beyond CIC is a community interest company supporting wellbeing, reducing social isolation and bringing people together through accessible community activities in Offerton, Stockport. We run Wavers Community Café at Offerton Community Centre every Thursday, offering affordable food, a warm welcome and a friendly space for local people to connect. Everyone is welcome, including people coming on their own, families and those experiencing financial hardship or loneliness. Alongside the café, we offer creative activities, wellbeing workshops and community events. Our children’s learning corner provides opportunities for families to learn, play and spend time together. Volunteers are central to our work. We aim to provide a welcoming, supportive environment where people can share their skills, build confidence and make a difference locally. Roles include helping with café sessions, welcoming visitors, supporting activities and offering conversation and companionship. Our aim is to make community connection accessible, helping people feel included, valued and part of their neighbourhood.

Organisation type:

Community Interest Company (CIC)

Company location:

8 Dorset Avenue , SK8 SK8

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