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Mini Bus Driver
When We Need You
From 02/08/2007 onwards
About Opportunity
Youth Under Focus First (YUF-F) is an independent community group based in Stirling who raises funds soley for young people and their families to help them become fitter, lose weight and feel better about themselves. Our groups give overweight children the opportunity to experience activities and attempts to provide support to build up self-esteem and confidence levels. In order to give the group these opportunities we are seeking the help of volunteers holding a driving licence to drive a mini bus. This will give the group extra support in order to travel on day trips including walks, adventure centres and swimming trips. If you are looking to experience working with families and children with a variety of social issues then you may find volunteering with YUF-F to be a rewarding experience. The group is based within Stirling and there are a variety of sessions throughout the week at Wallace High School, the MacRoberts Art Centre and monthlyday trips within Central Scotland.
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About Youth Under Focus - First
Youth Under Focus First (YUF-F) is an independent community group based in Stirling who raises funds solely to provide activities for overweight and obese young people and their families to help them become fitter, lose weight and feel better about themselves. The group is looking for volunteers with a keen interest in sports and activities allowing the children to experience new things, additionally leading to improved fitness, self-esteem and confidence levels. Volunteers should have an interest gaining experience working with children who have variety of social issues. All activities should be fun and competition kept to a minimum emphasising team-building and confidence building.
Skills & Experience
- Full valid driving licence for driving mini buses - A positive attitude towards the childrena and their families - Has the ability and confidence to work with children aged 7 years onwards - Knowledge of Stirling roads and surrounding areas would be
Travel Details
There are presently a variety of locations use by the group within Stirling. The group facilitators are based within the Dietetic Department of Stirling Royal Infirmary. However the children use Wallace High School sports facilities on a regular basis. There are also regular sessions at Rainbow Slides Leisure Centre and Forthbank Stadium gym facilities have been used in the past. Regular outings to places of interest, adventure centres and the MacRoberts Art Centre are also a regular part of the
Restrictions
Age restriction due to Insurance
Requirements
Informal Chat, Police Check
Training and Induction Details
The induction will consist of introducing the volunteer to staff and providing the them with a background into YUF-F and the expectations the group will anticipate from them. More specifically the volunteer will be shown the mini bus used and will be give
Work Type
Driving / escorting
Client Group
Young People
Expenses Detail
Travel expenses will be paid on a weekly basis if evidence of the use of public transort can be shown (e.g. bus tickets) The milegae rate for claiming back petrol expenses is 35 p / mile and is usually claimed back on a monthly basis.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
8-10 hours per month- as required depending on the weekly activities. Minimum commitment: 3 months.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 21 years of age.
Volunteers Required
2
Reference Code
59-588
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
c/o Dept of Nutrition & Dietrics SRI
Stirling
Scotland
FK8 2AU
Contact: Janice Fry
Tel: 01786 434097
Email: janice.fry@nhs.net
Website: http://YUFF
