Rainbow Play Mentor
OFFERED BY:
Rainbow Parents Carers ForumLocation(s): Aspley, Basford, Berridge, Bestwood, Bilborough, Bulwell, Bulwell Forest, Castle, Clifton East, Clifton West, Dales, Hyson Green and Arboretum, Leen Valley, Lenton and Wollaton East, Mapperley, Meadows, Radford, Sherwood, St Ann's, Wollaton West, Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: 2A Cross Street Arnold Nottingham NG5 7BLHow many places are on offer? 7
Purpose of Role:
Rainbow Play Mentors support a child or young person to engage in play according to their interest and ability. This could involve arts and crafts, table games, role play or outside activities within a team of experienced play supervisors.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
Rainbow Play Mentors support a child or young person to engage in play according to their interest and ability. This could involve arts and crafts, table games, role play or outside activities within a team of experienced play workers. Setting up and packing away toys etc. will be required.
Some of our children & young people have social communication difficulties, behavioural difficulties or physical disabilities. You will be offered training.
When Required : Sat between 09:30 and 16:30
Some of our children & young people have social communication difficulties, behavioural difficulties or physical disabilities. You will be offered training.
When Required : Sat between 09:30 and 16:30
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Essential - ability to play and communicate at a child/young person's level, to have patience and understanding, be non-judgemental, ability to work within a team and be reliable. To have an understanding and experience of disability.
Desirable - to have had previous experience of working with children with disabilities on a one-to-one basis.
You will gain a rewarding experience and understanding of the challenges that some children face. Ideal experience for those wanting a career in medicine, psychology, education or care work.
Desirable - to have had previous experience of working with children with disabilities on a one-to-one basis.
You will gain a rewarding experience and understanding of the challenges that some children face. Ideal experience for those wanting a career in medicine, psychology, education or care work.
WHEN REQUIRED:
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? Yes
Age Restrictions:
18+
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
Please talk to us about your access needs
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to potential volunteers within one week
How long to complete training and recruitment?
Training will take place before you start volunteering. This will be at your own pace.
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? Yes