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  • Children Activity support Group Helper
    with Barnardo's Children and Family Support Services

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO99839 - Created/last updated: 21/03/2024



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    About this opportunity:Children's Services volunteers help Barnardo's to deliver essential services in local communities, providing support to over 300,000 children, young people and their families. This role provides a great opportunity to make a real difference.

    Main tasks include:

    -Planning and organising group activities, which take into consideration age, abilities and interests of members
    -Setting up group activities in advance and clearing away afterwards. This might include preparing refreshments/snacks, organising the layout of the room
    -Preparing resources and tidying the room after the group
    -Assisting children and young people to improve their self-confidence, develop social skills and build positive relationships
    -Role modelling positive behaviour and interactions during sessions
    -Collating and evaluating feedback from children, young people and parents

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:All volunteers are required to complete Barnardos full induction and training. Other training opportunities are available which are relevant to the volunteer role. Regular supervision and support is offered.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Volunteers submit monthly expense by the 1st of the months by submitting a claim on excel. These cover milage and any small charges that may be incurred during a session.

    Experience required:Reliable, punctual and trustworthy. Approachable and welcoming. Passion, enthusiasm, compassion, understanding and having an open minded approach. Being passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families. Preferably have some experience of working with children, young people and families.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsThis opportunity covers the whole of Fife. Access to a car would be essential, fuel costs for activities are covered.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

    What Now?

    To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form:

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