Description
Minimum Age – 18
Disclosure Checks – Yes
Is driving essential for the role? - No
What we need you to do
Your volunteer role will include but is not limited to:
* Supporting play between the children and carers within our venues and other community buildings
* Promoting the learning opportunities associated with activities offered, which could be Parenting Groups or Adult Learning courses
* Signposting carers to appropriate members of staff or other services for support and advice
* Helping to set up and clear away after activities
* Opportunities to accompany families to other groups and services
* Reporting any concerns or problems to staff members
* Contributing to the planning and evaluation to develop the group
* Opportunities to become involved in other Action for Children volunteering roles locally and nationally
What Skills and experience do you need?
* Find working with families valuable
* Enjoy being with children
* Have a friendly manner and good sense of humour
* Understand the needs of young children and their families
* Have a non-judgemental attitude
* Are reliable
* Are able to communicate clearly
* Have an understanding of keeping children safe
* Understand the importance of maintaining confidentiality
What we can offer:
* An excellent opportunity to build skills and volunteer within our charity.
* We can be a reference for any future endeavours.
* Access to exclusive volunteer benefits.
What we ask of you:
* To provide two references from non-family members and other relevant documents related to the role.
* To keep to all the charity's policies and guidelines.
* To complete an induction and any training relating to the role.
If you have any further questions about the role, or need assistance with application form then please contact or