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  • Equipment Assistant
    with Enigma Gymnastics

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO91348 - Created/last updated: 27/04/2023



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    About this opportunity:Enigma Gymnastics Club is a community-based club run solely by volunteers. They are proud of the activities and opportunities they provide for members of the local community, thier gymnasts and their members.

    Volunteers are an essential element of the Club and as part of their involvement in the Young Person Community Leadership Programme, they are currently looking for a keen and enthusiastic young person (16-25) to join the team to assist with the assembly and dismantle of equipment, before and after sessions..

    This is a physical role involving manual handling of gymnastics equipment.

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:16
    Maximum age:25
    Training provided:Induction will be provided to ensure the volunteer understands the way in which the club works, the place of their role within this, and that they have a full understanding of their role and responsibilities. Training will cover: -Task/equipment related set up and disassembly -Health and safety -British Gymnastics manual handling e-module training -Accident, incidents and near-miss reporting procedure
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Reasonable travel expenses will be reimbursed.

    Experience required:Whilst they will focus on personal attributes, they are looking for an organised young person who has the initiative to work on their own as well as part of a team. As to ensure are classes run, it is vital that the individual has great time management, is responsible and trustworthy and willing to take instruction for the lead volunteer.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    Part of Young Person Community Leadership Programme,

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

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel Details

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

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