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Independent Travel Escort
When We Need You
From 11/01/2008 onwards
About Opportunity
This is an opportunity for a volunteer to work with young people with additional support needs. The course is designed to progress from full support on public transport towards a minimal amount of support. The volunteer would work closely with school staff to monitor and implement these progressions. Safety awareness, confidence, money handling are all important factors.
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About Kilpatrick School
The school aims: 1 - To provide a happy and secure environment conducive to learning for all. 2 - To enable pupils to achieve their full potential by providing access to a broad, balanced curriculum, with a flexible approached, and pace of learning most suited to the individual. 3 - To promote self esteem through activities to encourage independence and preparation for adult life. 4 - To encourage participation and co-operation between home and school, aiming to develop a partnership with parents and carers. 5 - To ensure equal opportunities for all pupils.
Skills & Experience
Patience, able to use public transport with confidence. An Enhanced Disclosure is essential.
Travel Details
Students Work Placements are all based around the Clydebank/Dumbarton Area. The Volunteer would meet the pupil at Kilpatrick School and travel from there.
Requirements
Informal Chat, Police Check
Training and Induction Details
An initial meeting would be set up with relevant school staff and ongoing meetings would take place throughout the course of the placement.
Work Type
Tutoring / Supporting Learners
Client Group
Learning Disabilities
Accessibility Details
No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
2-4 hours 1 or 2 days per week.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
1
Reference Code
61-489
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Mountblow Road
Clydebank
Scotland
G81 4SW
Contact: Easton Roberts
Tel: 01389 872171

