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Lunch Club Volunteer
When We Need You
From 01/06/2010 onwards
About Opportunity
Volunteers will be involved in a range of tasks to help run the lunch club and providing support for the service users. The club runs every Wednesday from 12-4pm in the Brechin Bar pub across the road from the Pearce Institute, with lunch followed by karaoke and bingo. The role gives volunteers valuable experience of working with people with learning disabilities. Previous experience is not necessary although all practical skills are valued and volunteers must have a genuine interest in helping people. HOW TO GET INVOLVED: If you are interested in this opportunity please get in touch with us using the contact details on this page. Alternatively you can register your interest directly using the Register Interest facility. If you do not receive a response within 7 working days, please contact the Volunteer Centre. We will then arrange for you to attend a Volunteer Information Session. It generally takes around 5-6 weeeks after you contact us to get you started volunteering.
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About KEY Community Supports (Glasgow South)
We are a large organisation working with adults who have learning disabilities and physical disabilities. We support people in their own home and communities and endeavour to provide people with as wide a range of social, educational and vocational opportunities as possible. This enables people to live the lifestyles they choose, maximise their potential and achieve their aspirations.
Skills & Experience
All practical skills are valued however the main quality required is a genuine interest in helping people.
Travel Details
The Brechin Bar 803 Govan Road, across from The Pearce Institute. Situated across from Govan underground and bus station.
Requirements
Application Form, Informal Chat, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
We offer foundation training around work practice and value base and an induction to help orientate volunteers around the Pearce Institute and lunch club culture. Volunteers have a manager who provides guidance and support.
Work Type
Care / Support worker
Client Group
Learning Disabilities
Expenses Detail
Travel and lunch costs.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
4 hours per week or per fortnight. Lunch club runs on Wednesdays from 11.30am – 3pm. Minimum commitment - 6 months.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Volunteers Required
5
Reference Code
33-3136
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
Unit 33
6 Harmony Row
Govan
Glasgow
Scotland
G51 3BA
Contact: Sarah Paterson
Tel: 0141 425 4513
Email: sarah.paterson@communitylifest...
Website: http://www.keycommunitysu...
