Maypole Active Club Volunteer
The Maypole Project
Assist the Activities Lead to support children and young people with complex medical needs and special educational needs (and their siblings) at our inclusive activity club. We currently run a weekly sports/games after school club.
Overall purpose: Assist the Activities Lead to support children and young people with complex medical needs and special educational needs (and their siblings) at our inclusive activity clubs. We currently run a weekly sports/games after school club. What will you do? : - Assist with various sports, games and/or musical activities as requested by the children - Work with children 1:1 or in small groups depending on the needs of individual children - Help set up and clear away at the beginning and end of the sessions - Participate in a briefing and de-briefing session before and after the club to help evaluate the skills, strengths and weaknesses of the children after each session - Attend initial training (2 hours) - Attend a 2 hour supervision monthly meeting - Liaise with the Activities Lead in case of questions/difficulties - Follow The Maypole Project policies and guidelines at all times whilst volunteering
Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Caring,Youth Work,Sport & Coaching,Support Work,Employee & Group Volunteering,General & Helping
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SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE - Good communication and interpersonal skills - Teamwork skills ATTRIBUTES - Ability to remain calm under pressure - Ability to deal with challenging behaviours (after training and with support) - Ability to empathise with families in difficult situations - Discreet and able to adhere to confidentiality procedures - Commitment to equal opportunities and a non-judgmental attitude - Reliable and punctual
- High quality training and support - Experience of working with children with disabilities - Experience in the field of sports development - Become part of a friendly staff and volunteer team at The Maypole Project
After-school clubs take place on Wednesdays 4.45pm - 6.15pm in term-time. Ideally we are looking for volunteers who are interested in volunteering every week during the term. We are happy to discuss other arrangements with individual volunteers.
BR66BQ
Office: 51 High Street, Green St Green, Bromley, BR6 6BQ Activity Club venue: Bromley (we do not disclose location here for safety purposes)
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