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Sessional Worker
When We Need You
From 27/03/2007 onwards
About Opportunity
Before starting with us we would need to run a disclosure check. We do offer extensive training within this field in issues from sexual abuse to self harm, and as we are managed by Quarriers and affiliated to the Princess Royal Trust we have an extensive amount of reference and training.
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About Young Carers
Young Carers are children and young adults 8 - 18, who find themselves in a role of responsibility for the care of another person. Our job is to help support their emotional needs, advocate for them with schools or other multi agencies, and also to give them respite and days out and fun times and give them a much needed break from their caring roles.
Skills & Experience
They need to be understanding, a good listener, non-judgmental, with a good sense of humour and able to keep a professional balance. No previous experience necessary.
Travel Details
This opportunity takes place in and around Oban, not more than a 15 mile radius from Oban.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Other, Police Check, References, Trial Period
Training and Induction Details
Quarriers would need you to undertake a two day child protection introduction course and there would be further ongoing training for this as long as you worked with us.
Work Type
Care / Support worker
Client Group
Young People
Expenses Detail
travel costs are reimbursed if they occur while working (not for travel to and from work)
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
a person would need to be able to commit around 5 hours per week
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age.
Volunteers Required
2
Reference Code
7-238
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Albany Street
Oban
Scotland
PA34 4AL
Contact: Lynn Hull
Tel: 01631 564222
Email: youngcarers@quarriers.org.uk
Website: http://www.youngcarersarg...
