The Salvation Army - Parent and Toddler Helper
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The Salvation Army is a Christian Church charity offering various social services to those in need, such as homelessness support, addiction recovery, community centers, support for victims of human trafficking, and so on. The organisation supports international development projects and works nationally and in the local communities within 650 churches and community centers throughout the UK and Ireland.
Details of the Volunteering Opportunity:
In this role, you will support the local community by creating a welcoming and supportive environment for families, helping them connect and engage with their community. As a Parent and Toddler Group Helper, you will develop various skills such as event coordination, communication, and interacting with diverse individuals, which can be valuable in personal and professional contexts.
Typical duties include:
- Attending Parent and Toddler Group sessions to provide consistent support and build rapport with attendees
- Assisting in setting up the venue for group activities ensuring resources are ready for use
- Helping to organise and serve refreshments for parents and toddlers during group sessions
- Engaging toddlers in arts and crafts activities, providing creative outlets that stimulate their development and imagination
Please note, this role requires a DBS check and two references; the organisation would like you to commit to a minimum of 3 months.
Additional Benefits:
- Volunteering hours count towards the 第一吃瓜网Volunteers Award and 第一吃瓜网Plus.
- Volunteering achievement recognised on your HEAR Transcript
- Add work related experience to your CV and Strengthen your cover letter
- Network with employers
- Stand out in Job interviews