We are now recruiting several part time volunteers to help us deliver some of our services.
HOMEWORK CLUB VOLUNTEER
Tuesdays and Thursday 3pm – 6pm (one or both sessions, weekly, fortnightly or monthly)
Working with a small group of children aged between 6 and 12, supporting them with homework and learning basic life skills such as cooking and cleaning.
The role would involve preparing for sessions
Welcoming the children and explaining the activities
Leading the activities
Listening to children read and helping them with their homework.
STREATHAM WEDNESDAY GROUP
Wednesdays 7pm – 9pm (weekly, fortnightly or monthly)
Working with a group of young people and adults with learning and physical disabilities. Supporting them to enjoy the facilities, socialise with others and learn basic life skills such as cooking.
For both positions we are seeking a person who is patient, friendly and an excellent communicator. Someone with experience of working with children or disabled people and with good basic cookery skills. The volunteer must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and hold or be willing to undertake a food hygiene certificate.
YOUTH WORK AT STREATHAM VALE ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND
Monday and Wednesday 4.30pm – 7.30pm and Saturdays 12noon – 4pm
(weekly, fortnightly or monthly)
School holidays Monday – Friday 10am – 4pm
Working with our experienced team of youth workers you will support the sessions. This includes arts and crafts, cookery, computers, games and sports. A good sense of humour and boundless energy are required for this role. Patience and excellent communication skills are vital. It can be a challenging environment with as many as 40 children attending sessions.
To apply email angieforan@gmail.com or call the office 020 8769 5884 to request a form
Appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and references.
For a full volunteer job description and application form contact our office on 020 8769 5884 or email angieforan@gmail.com