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voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Volunteering Opportunity Details
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Session Supporter (Kirkcaldy)
with Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland (SCIO)Volunteer Opportunity No. VO101322 - Created/last updated: 04/09/2024
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OpportunityAbout this opportunity: Sporting Memories Foundation Scotland are looking for someone passionate about sport who enjoys talking with older adults and will bring their enthusiasm into the club session. The Session Supporter works alongside the Session Facilitator to enable the smooth running of the club session and will help to set up the venue for the club as well as welcoming members as they arrive. The clubs support older people who may have a physical disability and/or memory problems. Some of the members are isolated; they just enjoy popping in for a chat and being able to reminisce about their favourite sports. Takes place: mornings afternoons evenings Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays 
Thursdays Fridays Saturdays Sundays Minimum age: 16 Maximum age: 100 Training provided: Informal online chat with applicants. Online training session re planning and running a club session (3hours). Online Policies and Procedures training session (1hour). Ongoing support from the Volunteer Coordinator and Area Coordinator. Further training available - Dementia Awareness. Out of pocket expenses paid?
Yes - Expenses are paid monthly and the mileage rate is 45p per mile.Experience required: Volunteers should have an ability to communicate well with others and be able to support club members who have memory or physical health problems. The most important skill is to be able to listen and to encourage participants to engage and get involved in the discussion. 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 Details Kirkcaldy Rugby Club, Balwearie Rd, Kirkcaldy KY2 5LT Saltire Award This 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: You can print these opportunity details.
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Type of volunteering: Care / Support worker
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