supporting, developing and representing community groups, voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Club Facilitator - Dunfermline
with Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland (SCIO).
About this opportunity: | This role gives the opportunity to enable the Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland to provide weekly clubs with the aim of improving well-being and reducing isolation through the power of sport • Club members may feel lonely, have health issues or memory problems • The club focuses on sporting reminiscence and gentle physical activity and games such as Boccia (indoor bowls) • The main function of the club facilitator is to plan a weekly programme lasting around 1 • 5 hours which ensures that club participants feel included and that their contributions are respected • Volunteers enjoy talking about their sporting interests and have fun talking to club members about their memories of sporting events • Full training and ongoing support is provided • A volunteer said, "it was rewarding watching group members develop confidence in contributing to the group," and another commented about feeling appreciated and seeing their work making a difference • | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 16 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | The volunteer will attend a 1 day training course that will include: Becoming a Dementia Friend, Group facilitation and Adult Support and Protection | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - 45p per mile or public transport costs upon proof of receipt | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | A passion for sport, the ability to plan and run a programme of activities utilising resources provided by Sporting Memories, good communication skills, a commitment to reliability and an awareness of confidentiality issues. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Restrictions on who can volunteer | No restrictions were specified. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Application process: | Application Form; Induction/Training; Interview; PVG membership required; References | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Taster available? | No, not for this opportunity. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Travel Details | Abbeyview Bowling Club, Abbey View, Dunfermline KY11 4HA | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is not suitable for Saltire Awards (for volunteers aged 12-25). |