Crib Volunteer with Vision Norfolk

Get InVOLved Norfolk; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community organization in Great Yarmouth is seeking volunteers to assist with their Thursday crib activities aimed at supporting individuals with sight loss. Volunteers will help create a friendly atmosphere, assist during the games, and contribute to improving social interactions. Even if you can only commit to some weeks, your involvement would make a significant difference in the community.

Benefits

Regular advice and support

Training opportunities

Payment of agreed out-of-pocket expenses

Qualifications

• Must be able to assist during the games.
• Ability to keep score if needed.
• Willingness to bring a friendly and encouraging attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support clients during the crib activity.
• Encourage social interaction among participants.
• Help create an inclusive and fun environment.

Skills

Knowledge of the card game crib

Assistance and support skills

Ability to create a friendly atmosphere

Job description

NR30 1HP, Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom

Vision Norfolk’s mission is to support people living with sight loss to live active, independent and fulfilled lives.

Detailed description

Our Thursday morning crib activity is a weekly session which runs from 10am - 12 noon every Thursday. It is focused on improving social interaction by providing opportunities for clients to take part in something that they may have thought was inaccessible with sight loss. We are looking for volunteers who:

• Ideally already have some existing knowledge of the card game crib
• Can provide assistance and support during the games
• Can keep score of the games if required
• Can bring a friendly and encouraging atmosphere to the sessions

We are looking for caring and supportive volunteers who can help to create a fun and inclusive atmosphere.

This is a weekly session, but if you are only able to volunteer on some weeks during the month, please still get in touch.

Becoming a volunteer is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference and support your local community. Vision Norfolk also offers:

• Regular advice, support, and training
• Payment of out of pocket expenses agreed in advance

About Volunteering and Skills Connections

Volunteering and Skills Connections is a Great Yarmouth Borough Council initiative, collaborating with organisations from the private, statutory and voluntary sectors. It supports residents across the Borough to access volunteering, training, and skills development opportunities that can boost their aspirations and employment prospects.