Art Group Volunteer – The Flourish Community (GAMH Community Hub)

Flourish House
VO104459

About the opportunity

The Flourish Community runs a relaxed, member-led art group every Friday afternoon at the GAMH Hub on Ashley Street. The group has been going for years and is run by our members, who choose activities, plan projects, and support one another. It’s friendly, informal and creative — more like a community drop-in than a structured class.

We’re looking for someone who enjoys art, likes chatting to people, and brings positive energy. You don’t need experience in mental health — just kindness, patience, and a willingness to join in. If you’re interested in supporting people, building confidence, and being part of a welcoming community, we’d love to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

Helping members plan and shape art activities with staff support
Assisting with setting up materials and tidying up afterwards
Encouraging members who are leading the group and helping build their confidence
Supporting positive group dynamics and getting involved in activities
Bringing your own ideas and creativity to the space

Commitment & Timing

Around 2.5 hours per week
Thursday: 1-hour prep session
Friday: Art group from 2pm &ndash; 3.30pm
Ideally able to commit for around 6 months
We hope to welcome someone from January

Location
GAMH Community Hub, 23–25 Ashley Street, Glasgow, G3 6DR

What you'll gain from volunteering

Experience supporting a mental-health community in a creative setting
Confidence working with groups and leading informal activities
The chance to contribute ideas and help shape member-led sessions
A warm, supportive environment where you&rsquo;ll genuinely make a difference

Support you’ll receive

A named staff member for ongoing guidance and check-ins
Regular support sessions and the chance to reflect on how things are going
Day-to-day encouragement and supervision from the Community Hub team
Training relevant to your role, where needed
A welcoming team who are always on hand if you have questions or concerns

If you are interested, please click the ‘Apply’ button below (available when logged in and registered). You will then be contacted by the coordinator by email or phone call. If you have not heard back after 5 working days, the first step is to contact the organisation with the contact details provided. You could also check your junk/spam folder on your emails just in case the response is there. If that doesn’t work out, then please feel free to contact Volunteer Glasgow on [email protected]

After You Hit "Apply"

Confirmation email sent.
Follow-up contact (email or call) to arrange a chat.
Induction session at the location
Start volunteering with agreed-upon shift times.

Please feel free to contact Eleanor if you need more details ([email protected] or 0141 333 0099 Monday - Thursday 9-4)

Experience required

• Friendly and chatty disposition
• Creativity
• Flexibility, and ability to try different solutions
• Disclosure Scotland check for vulnerable adults (GAMH will arrange and pay for this.)
• A sense of humour (Very desirable)

Travel details

St George's Cross Subway a 5 min walk away.
15 min walk from Charing Cross Station.
On a good few bus routes.
Good location to cycle to.
Parking is very expensive!