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Volunteer Painter
When We Need You
From 01/06/2008 onwards
About Opportunity
Volunteers guided and directed by the trainer, will assist previously homeless individuals to improve their surroundings and learn new skills. Volunteers will be provided with the appropriate PPE e.g. overalls, masks etc. and will receive training in Safe and Healthy ways of Working, Manual Handling and Correct Use of Ladders.
Availability
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About New Start Highland
New Start was established to provide practical help to homeless/vulnerable adults moving into a new tenancy. Support is offered with furniture, etc. Lifeskills developed/helped by Outreach team. Trainees have opportunity to access vocational qualifications and support into employment.
Skills & Experience
Willingness to learn and help others.
Travel Details
At New Start Highland's base in the Carse Industrial Estate, Inverness and within the surrounding community.Volunteers will be transported from New Start Highland to various venues in the Inverness area.
Restrictions
Volunteers are asked to complete disclosure checks due to working with vulnerable persons in the community.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Interview, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
As Stated before, Health and Safety, Manual Handing and correct use of ladders along with any training deemed appropriate e.g. COSHH regs. Etc.
Work Type
Practical /DIY
Client Group
Homeless / Housing
Expenses Detail
Reasonable expenses reimbursed.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
Probably a commitment of half a day a week or more to allow progression of project.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
40-743
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
The Gateway
1A Millburn Road
IV2 3PX
Contact: Signpost
Tel: 01463 711393
Email: volunteer@signpost-inc.org
Website: http://www.signpost-inc.o...
