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(EAC) SOFA Club Assistant

Published: 04/11/2009 Updated: 18/10/2011
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(EAC) SOFA Club Assistant

When We Need You

From 29/09/2011 onwards

About Opportunity

(NB: Now Recruiting - Autumn 2011) To assist in the delivery of a variety of fun sports-related games helping to increase children’s self confidence and sporting skills. This club gives children with additional support needs the opportunity to participate in sports activities they may not otherwise get the opportunity to, which helps the children improve essential skills like balance, co-ordination, team work and social skills. The volunteer can improve their employability through this work experience. Help improve their skills, confidence, and self esteem. The volunteers will have access to free training and will get help to progress to paid bank registry work. This will also help volunteers improve their health and wellbeing. Tasks: • To assist in the delivery of activities and games as well as set-up and tidy-up within the SOFA Club • Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines at all times. • Interact with sessional staff, volunteers, line managers and SOFA Club participants. • Self motivation and enthusiasm is required at all times. • Any other duties relevant to the post. Annual awards ceremony for volunteers and bank register staff. Opportunity to progress to paid employment on East Ayrshire Leisure Development Assistants Bank Register.

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About East Ayrshire Council

To provide sporting, leisure and recreational activities for the community of East Ayrshire.

Skills & Experience

Volunteers will require to be enthusiastic and motivated, Calm manner, approachable, and patient.

Travel Details

Cumnock Academy, Cumnock, on Tuesdays - 6p.m. - 7:30 p.m. & Shortlees Community Centre on Thursdays - 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Restrictions

Enhanced Disclosure Scotland check (paid by us). Working with vulnerable groups and young people.

Requirements

Application Form, Induction/Training, Informal Chat, Interview, Police Check, References

Training and Induction Details

Volunteers will receive a Recreation Partnership Induction before any hours will be offered. Opportunities are available for volunteers to attend regular staff training where they can build up their skills, knowledge and confidence in delivery of games.

Work Type

Playschemes / Childrens Clubs

Client Group

Learning Disabilities

Expenses Detail

We pay public transport rates.

Accessibility Details

No Wheelchair Access
No Disabled Toilet

Frequency & Commitment

Volunteer opportunities will be offered on an as and when required basis. SOFA Club sessions takes place every Tuesday and Thursday in Cumnock and Kilmarnock from 6.00pm – 7.30pm.

Minimum Age

Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.

Volunteers Required

20

Reference Code

20-574

Opportunity Provided By

Volunteer Centre East Ayrshire

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Contact Details


28 Grange Street
KA1 2DD


Contact: Volunteer Centre East Ayrshire
Tel: 01563 544765
Email: volunteer@eav.org.uk

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