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Aspergers Social Club Volunteer
When We Need You
From 17/06/2009 onwards
About Opportunity
Enthusiastic and motivated volunteers wanted to support children and young people with Asperger Syndrome at a weekly Social Club (every Wednesday evening) for 2 hours per week. Volunteers work on a rota and are not required to attend every week, althoug
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About Lothian Autistic Society
Lothian Autistic Society is committed to meaningful participation and choice in all aspects of life for children and young people on the autism spectrum and their families. LAS aims to accomplish its ongoing mission through close collaboration with a successful network of members and supporters.
Skills & Experience
No formal qualifications are needed, but a willingness to learn and relate well to others is essential.
Travel Details
Held at the Yard Adventure Centre, Eyre Place, Edinburgh on Wednesday evenings.
Requirements
Application Form, Interview, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
All care staff, including volunteers, undergo autism specific training prior to the commencement of playscheme, child protection, managing challenging behaviour seesions, basic first aid for playscheme leaders. Intro to BSL PECS and Makaton
Work Type
Playschemes / Childrens Clubs
Client Group
Children
Expenses Detail
Public transport rates and lunch costs of a maximum of £6.00 per day. Receipts must be submitted at the end of each week. Mileage costs are covered at 34p per mile at end of week.
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
2 weeks commitment
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Volunteers Required
15
Reference Code
62-599
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Unit 22, Castlebrae Business Centre
40 Peffer Place
EDINBURGH
Scotland
EH16 4BB
Contact: Nicola Latham
Tel: 0131-661-3834
Email: n.latham@lothianautistic.org
Website: http://www.lothianautisti...
