Evidenced Outcome
Improved skills and employability
Evidence point
After the programme, the proportion of volunteers who felt they had the right skills to get a job increased by 14% (from 77% to 91%) (n=13 pre, n=11 post).
91% of volunteers agreeing that volunteering has helped them to develop new skills.
64% felt volunteering has increased their ability to secure paid work (n=11).
73% agreed or strongly agreed that volunteering has increased their interest in pursuing a career in health and care (n=11).
Primary beneficiary
Volunteers
Partner organisation
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust
Volunteering role / intervention
Ward Support Volunteers
Evidence strength
Evidence Strength meanings:
- Green - strong evidence
- Amber - Promising evidence
Compelling
Produced
September 2023