Volunteer

Countydurhamvolunteering; Meadowfield, Newton Aycliffe, Spennymoor; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Meadowfield is seeking volunteers to provide caring support to children with additional needs. The role involves encouraging confidence and independence while assisting with activities in an inclusive environment. Volunteers are required to commit at least 4 hours per month. All are welcome to apply regardless of their experience.

Qualifications

• A commitment to support children with additional needs.
• Ability to create a nurturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to encourage confidence and independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide inclusive support and encouragement to children.
• Assist with activities and help create a welcoming space.
• Commit to a minimum of 4 hours per month.

Job description

The purpose of this volunteer role is to provide caring, practical, and inclusive support to children with additional needs, helping them thrive in a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. Volunteers will play an important part in encouraging each child's confidence, independence, and social development by offering support and assisting with activities, and creating a welcoming space where every child feels valued. This role helps ensure that all children regardless of their abilities have equal opportunities to learn, play, and participate fully in the program.

Hours: We ask volunteers to commit to a minimum of 4 hours per month to help support our children's groups and occasional events. Type: Disability, Fundraising, Children/Young People