Volunteer Cook for Childcare Club
The Dockland Settlements
The volunteer will plan and prepare healthy meals for groups of up to 30 children in an after-school setting. Volunteers will be part of a friendly team and will receive guidance and support from the Playcare Manager and qualified staff. They must be enthusiastic, reliable, patient and comfortable working with children of different ages and needs. The scheme runs for 50 weeks of the year but we would be very grateful for any days a volunteer could help out.
The volunteer will plan and prepare healthy meals for groups of up to 30 children in an after-school setting. Volunteers will be part of a friendly team and will receive guidance and support from the Playcare Manager and qualified staff. They must be enthusiastic, reliable, patient and comfortable working with children of different ages and needs. The scheme runs for 50 weeks of the year but we would be very grateful for any days a volunteer could help out.
Community Work,Teaching & Training,Youth Work
Managing People, Cooking/Catering
Volunteers do not need previous play care experience as guidance and support will be provided. However, they should be enthusiastic, reliable, patient and genuinely interested in working with children aged 4–11. Volunteers should have good communication and teamwork skills and be able to engage positively with children. The role requires someone who is able to plan and cook healthy meals on a fairly large scale with an understanding of allergies and food hygiene – although training and a food hygiene certificate/qualification will be provided. A good understanding of professional boundaries, safeguarding and confidentiality would be beneficial, although relevant guidance will be provided. Volunteers must be punctual, dependable and willing to follow the organisation’s policies and procedures. Any required safeguarding or background checks must be completed before the placement begins.
Volunteers will gain valuable practical experience of working with children aged 4–11 in a busy play care environment. They will have opportunities to develop skills in communication, teamwork, organisation, problem-solving and of course cooking meals on a large scale! Working alongside experienced play care staff will help volunteers build confidence, improve their employability and gain a better understanding of careers in childcare, education, youth work and community services. Where appropriate, volunteers may also be able to receive a reference following successful completion of the placement. The role can also support personal wellbeing by helping volunteers feel active, connected and part of a friendly team while making a positive difference to children and families in the local community.
Ideally every day from around 4pm-6pm for the 50 weeks of the year our Playcare Scheme operates but we are grateful for any help on any days or periods throughout the year.
E14 3PS
The Dockland Settlements, Calder’s Wharf, 4 Saunders Ness Road, Isle of Dogs,
2 minute walk from Island Gardens tube station.
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