Menphys Club Support Volunteer

Opportunity by Menphys
Location Menphys, Bassett Street, South Wigston, Wigston LE18 4PE, UK

Menphys are looking for enthusiastic, passionate people to support the children and young people with SEND that attend our clubs. The role requires positive and motivated individuals that will support the safe space needed to promote confidence, friendships and independence.

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About this role

 

1. To provide a social space for children and young people with SEND to take part in a range of quality meaningful activities that develop their skills in order to achieve the club aims to promote confidence, self-belief and independence skills.

2. Supporting Club members with the programme of activities provided each week, across all areas.

3. Working as part of the Menphys Clubs team, including Club Room leads and volunteers.

4. Assisting with the setting up and clearing away of activities delivered.

5. Supporting Club Members with needs-led support

6. Handling challenging behaviour in an appropriate and tailored way to Club members

7. To support Club Members with their personal needs when necessary e.g packed lunch, getting a drink

8. To support Club Members with the maintaining and development of independence skills with the aim of increasing self-esteem and self-belief.

9. To act in a friendly and approachable manner, but maintain the correct level of professionalism.

10. Be committed to the role, being punctual and following the correct procedures for absence/sickness.

11. To work flexibly when the needs arise including attending training, and where necessary covering other clubs/sites as required for the role.

12. To be familiar with key Menphys policies and procedures and ensure that they are followed.

13. To be committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults.

When you can volunteer

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Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Requirements

  • References needed
  • Willing to take a DBS Check

Location

Location Menphys, Bassett Street, South Wigston, Wigston LE18 4PE, UK

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