Volunteering
Holiday Club Volunteers
We run 4 days of Holiday Club in the October and February half terms, as well as the Summer holidays. They are aimed at children from 4-12 years old and consist of a combination of morning speech and language activities, followed by afternoon sports activities. Speech elements are run by Symbol Connect UK Ltd therapists with 21 Together staff available to support, providing the children and young people with a more intensive environment to work on speech, social skills, friendships, appropriate behaviour and social interaction. Sports afternoons are run by local sports coaches alongside 21 Together staff.
We are looking for volunteers to help our staff deliver these sessions. The position will require you to interact closely with young people with Down’s syndrome, teaching staff, speech therapists and sports coaches.
This is a very unique experience, and would be excellent for anyone training for (or currently doing) speech and language therapy, education, SEN degrees or just those who consider themselves to be a child-friendly, people-person who want to make a real difference!
Time commitment:
Each Club runs consecutively for four days with a half-day training before it starts. The training is compulsory and gives you a chance to meet the staff/therapists and discuss the individual needs of each child attending the camp so that you are fully prepared for the days ahead. It will also cover some key areas of the specific learning profile of children with Down’s syndrome.
It is vital that when you are registering as a volunteer you are clear on your availability and can attend every day. This is important for the consistency of adults for the children.
The next dates we are looking for Speech Club volunteers for are:
Tuesday 27th October 9:30-3:30pm (ages 4-8)
Wednesday 28th October 9:30-3:30pm (ages 4-8) Location: Maidstone Community Support Centre, ME14 1HH
Thursday 29th October 9:30-3:30pm (ages 9-12)
Friday 30th October 9:30 – 3:30pm (ages 9-12)
*All timings are subject to change as plans are finalised
Remuneration
The role of a volunteer is a voluntary position and is therefore not remunerated. However, reasonable expenses for travel, training and prior approved expenses incurred in carrying out duties may be claimed (the amount claimed may be capped at our discretion).
Location
Varies around Kent
Skills required
This position would suit someone looking for a committed volunteering role, particularly those who have an interest in speech and language or teaching.
Confident communication skills with a range of ages and learning abilities
Ability to engage in the delivery of activities according to guidance from the Speech and Language therapist, specialist teacher and group lead.
Innovative with strong interpersonal skills and good team player.
Ability to demonstrate discretion and to handle confidential information sensitively.
For further information or to speak to one of the team please get in touch with Kevan Hodges, CEO on the contact details below.
01622 230720
