voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
Young People's Group helper Volunteer Opportunity No. VO99867 - Created/last updated: 30/09/2024 | Opportunity |
About this opportunity: | Methilhill Community Children's Initiative is a community led group dedicated to providing local children and Primary 1-7 young people with opportunities to play, learn and grow. Based within the Methilhill Community Learning Garden, they operate a programme of activities including garden-based activities, local youth clubs and outreach sessions to schools and organisations. They have been running for 10 years. Community spirit together with meaningful learning is at the heart of everything they do. MCCI are looking for keen, enthusiastic individuals to volunteer in their Primary 1-7 groups Outdoor Adventurers - Monday-Thursday 3-5.45pm, and Youth club, Fridays 5-8pm. You can come along to one or all these groups to gain skills and experience of volunteering with young people. MCCI offer a friendly atmosphere and supportive team. All groups are based outdoors. References and PVG are needed prior to commencement. It is illegal to apply for this post if you have been barred for working with children. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Minimum age: | 14 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Maximum age: | 100 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Training provided: | Volunteers will be paired with a member of staff who will be their main contact. Ongoing support will also be provided by project manager. Online and in-person training is offered. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Out of pocket expenses paid? | Yes - Volunteers travel/out of pocket expenses are reimbursed on a fortnightly basis, or weekly if required. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Experience required: | A fun and friendly candidate would be ideally suited to this role. volunteering outdoors can be tough - especially in the winter so all volunteers need to be resilient. The ideal candidate should be willing to get muddy, spend time with young people and love the outdoors. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 | Methilhill Learning Garden is based in Sea Road Methilhill KY8 2GW. There are bus stops within walking distance and parking is available. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Saltire Award | This opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25. |