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  • Youth Workshop Supporter - One-Off
    with Girlguiding Fife

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO101349 - Created/last updated: 05/09/2024



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    About this opportunity:Do you have a passion you love sharing with others? Do you want to support girls and young women to have fun and be empowered?

    At Girlguiding they do everything from camping to campaigning! They're all about girls and young women laughing, learning and having adventures. Why not join the fun?

    Their different sections cover ages 4-18, so there's something for everyone.

    You could run a woodland walk, a kite making session, or a ukulele lesson. They could visit your stables, get muddy in your allotment, or have a bake off in your community centre kitchen. Whatever your passions or hobbies are, they'd love to share them with you!

    Volunteering with Girlguiding Scotland looks great on a CV, and can improve skills like teamwork, leadership and communication. There are loads of meetings happening all over Fife, so you can get in touch with one close to you.

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:18
    Maximum age:100
    Training provided:You will receive all the support and training you need to undertake your role. Here are some of the things they offer: An invitation to attend a welcome evening followed by an induction. Ongoing support from other volunteers as well as the lead volunteer for your area. As a volunteer you will also be a member of Girlguiding and will be able to access the many benefits that comes with this, including: - Meeting new people and having fun. - Developing your skills and confidence. - Training opportunities and qualifications. - A chance to be creative. - Being part of your community and making a difference. - A positive impact on your health and wellbeing.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Expenses are paid in line with Girlguiding's expenses policy. Please note that expenses are covered by Girlguiding as well as membership. Personal financial circumstances are no barrier to joining Girlguiding!

    Experience required:You will be given all the training and support you need to carry out your role but here are some skills and qualities you will need for starters: - Good communication skills. - Prepared and organised. - Reliable and trustworthy.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Induction/Training; Informal Chat; References

    Taster available?Yes: Yes, you will have the opportunity to visit a unit before you commit

    Travel DetailsThere are Rainbows, Brownies and Guides groups across Fife - Glenrothes, Dunfermline, Cairneyhill, Carnock, Saline, Kirkcaldy, Markinch, Aberdour, Dalgety Bay, Rosyth, Inverkeithing, Ladybank, Kingskettle, Leven, Wormit and Steelend.

    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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Girlguiding Fife has the following, additional volunteering opportunities:
  - Youth Group Leader
  - Youth Work Teenage Helper
  - Youth Group Helper
  - Admin Support - Youth Groups

Type of volunteering: Youth Work
Opportunities which benefit Children


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