Dance Tutor - Edinburgh and Lothians
When We Need You
From 25/08/2011 onwards
About Opportunity
As part of our social and special interest groups, RNIB Edinburgh and Lothians are seeking a Dance Tutor to open up the fun and pleasure of dancing to our blind and partially sighted clients.
RNIB Edinburgh and Lothians provides comprehensive services to blind and partially sighted people within the region, including statutory social work, rehabilitation and low vision services. It also provides a wide range of activities and services supported by volunteers.
The role is subject to membership of the PVG Scheme.
What will I be doing?
- Assisting clients to learn basic dance steps
- Demonstrating and instructing volunteers
- Organising appropriate music for each dance
- Sighted guide assistance when required
When will I be needed?
Clients access a wide variety of daytime and evening activities lasting between 2-4 hours.
Location:
RNIB Scotland
12 Hillside Crescent
Edinburgh
EH7 5DZ
Availability
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | ||
| Morning | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Afternoon | X | X | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Evening | X | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Flexible
About RNIB
RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People) is the UK's leading charity offering information, support and advice to almost two million people with sight loss. As a membership organisation we are dedicated to delivering services our members need and campaigning for their civil and welfare rights. We support children and adults with sight loss to live full and independent lives. Volunteers work with us to support blind and partially sighted people in a variety of locations across the UK. We have over 100 different volunteering roles available which can be done from home, based at an RNIB Group office or out and about in the community. Volunteering with us means that you will help even more blind and partially sighted people lead full and independent lives.
Skills & Experience
Patience
Excellent communication skills
Enthusiasm
Qualification in dance preferable but not essential
Requirements
You will be required to apply for membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Group (PVG) Scheme with respect to working with protected adults, which involves a complete criminal record check.
Training and Induction Details
Induction Training
Understanding Sight Loss Pack
Supervision and support from your volunteer manager / coordinator
Sighted guide training
Qualifications
Dance qualification desirable but not essential.
Work Type
Arts ( music/drama/crafts)
Tutoring / Supporting Learners
Client Group
Sensory impairment
Expenses Detail
All out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed, including expenses to attend training.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
Clients access a wide variety of daytime and evening activities lasting between 2-4 hours.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Tags
Reference Code
VMP Ref: 1206
Contact Details
RNIB Group Volunteering Team
Bakewell Road
Orton Southgate
Peterborough
England
PE2 6XU
Contact: RNIB Group Volunteering Team
Tel: 01733 375450
Email: volunteering@rnib.org.uk
Website: http://www.rnib.org.uk
