Maypole Active Club Volunteer

The Maypole Project

Children and young people | People and communities | Sports

Location: 51 High Street, Green Street Green, Orpington, BR6 6BQ (see map)

Travel: High Street / Green Street Green bus stop.

Start date: Ongoing

Age: 15++

What will I be doing?

  • Support children and young people with complex medical needs and special educational needs (and their siblings) at our inclusive activity club.
  • Work with children 1:1 or in small groups depending on the needs of individual children.
  • Help set up and clear away at the beginning and end of the sessions.
  • Participate in a briefing and de-briefing session before and after the club to help evaluate the skills, strengths and weaknesses.
Group using a parachute. Child running underneath

Group using a parachute. Child running underneath

What impact will this have?

  • You will support children and young people with complex medical needs and special educational needs (and their siblings) to participate in activities that they otherwise might not be able to.
  • You will support the parents/carers of children and young people with complex medical needs and special educational needs to have a break.
  • You will support children and young people with complex medical needs and special educational needs to feel part of a community.

When are you needed?

Options available:
Dot: Available times for volunteering role
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning Monday morning slot is not available Tuesday morning slot is not available Wednesday morning slot is not available Thursday morning slot is not available Friday morning slot is not available Saturday morning slot is not available Sunday morning slot is not available
Afternoon Monday afternoon slot is available Tuesday afternoon slot is not available Wednesday afternoon slot is available Thursday afternoon slot is not available Friday afternoon slot is not available Saturday afternoon slot is not available Sunday afternoon slot is not available
Evening Monday evening slot is available Tuesday evening slot is not available Wednesday evening slot is available Thursday evening slot is not available Friday evening slot is not available Saturday evening slot is not available Sunday evening slot is not available

Commitment

  • Ideally we are looking for volunteers who are interested in volunteering every week.
  • We are happy to discuss other arrangements with individual volunteers.

What else do I need to know?

  • After-school club takes place on Mondays and Wednesdays 4.45pm - 6.15pm in term-time.
  • Some of our activities are taking place remotely so you may be asked to volunteer online.
  • COVD-19 - We are adhering to Government guidelines and have reviewed our risk assessments for staff, volunteers and clients visiting our offices/therapy rooms at this time. As a result, we have developed a set of guidelines and procedures for clients, staff and volunteers when on site, which will need to be adhered to at all times to ensure the health and safety of everyone. All necessary PPE will be provided.

Expenses

  • Reasonable expenses will be paid with prior agreement and in line with our expenses policy.

Background checks

  • A DBS check is required

About the organisation:

Additional Information

What skills will be useful?

  • Creative
  • Interpersonal
  • Caring
  • Coaching
  • Listening
  • Mentoring
  • Team working
  • Youth work

What skills can I gain?

  • Charity
  • Creative
  • Creative
  • Interpersonal
  • Caring
  • Coaching
  • Listening
  • Mentoring
  • Team working
  • Youth work
  • Leadership
  • Organising

Training

  • Half day initial training.
  • Monthly 2 hour supervision groups.
  • Additional training relevant to the role will be available as necessary.

Location

51 High Street, Green Street Green, Orpington, BR6 6BQ

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