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Duke of Edinburgh's Award (dofe) Centre Volunteer
When We Need You
From 01/10/2011 onwards
About Opportunity
This poost will support Dof E groups throughout the region. You will help organise and train young people participating in the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, wether it be through outdoor activity training, delivering skills or volunteering opportunities or simply leanding a helping hand.
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About Community Learning and Development (Nithsdale)
Community Learning and Development (CLD) is learning and social development work with individuals and groups in their communities using a range of formal and informal methods. A common defining feature is that programmes and activities are developed in dialogue with communities and participants... (CLD's) main aim is to help individuals and communities tackle real issues in their lives through community action and community-based learning.
Skills & Experience
Any skills can be applied. Particular interest is for volunteers with hill walking exerience and the ability to train others in the skills needed to navigate and be self reliant when out on walking excursions.
Travel Details
The opportunity will happen throughout Dumfries and Galloway with specific bases at the Dof E Centres at key locations - Langholm, Lockerbie, Annan, Dumfries, Thornhill, sanquhar, Dalbeattie, Castle Douglas, Gatehouse, Kirkcudbright, Newton Stewart, Stranraer.
Requirements
Application Form, Induction/Training, Interview, Police Check, References
Training and Induction Details
Induction to volunteering with the council, specific Duke of edinburgh's Award training, Hill Leader training, first aid training, youth work training.
Work Type
Tutoring / Supporting Learners
Client Group
Young People
Expenses Detail
It is CLD policy that no volunteer be out-of-pocket as a result of their volunteering. All expenses sholud be discussed and pre-agreed with your supervisor. We can reimburse public transport costs or car milage (at standard council rate) and lunch for those volunteering for a full day (more than four hours) up to the value of £3.50. Any anicipated further expenses will need to be discussedand agreed between the Volunteer and their line manager in consideration of the available budget.
Accessibility Details
Wheelchair Access
Disabled Toilet
Frequency & Commitment
2 hours a week also some weekends on negotiation. Mininmum commitment 6 month to a year, depending on what level of training the volunteer take up.
Minimum Age
Volunteers must be at least 16 years of age.
Volunteers Required
10
Reference Code
12-1193
Opportunity Provided By
Contact Details
the hub
24-26 Friars Vennel
DG1 2RL
Contact: Volunteer Action Dumfries and Galloway
Tel: 01387 267311
Email: info@volunteeraction.co.uk
Website: http://www.volunteeractio...
