SPORT SUPPORT WORKER VOLUNTEER

Cambridge House is a multi-purpose voluntary organisation founded as a settlement in 1889 by Cambridge University. Our mission remains to address poverty, disadvantage and discrimination by enabling individuals to realise their potential. Under this umbrella, the Children’s and Adults’ service was set up over 120 years ago as a group for local people with learning disabilities who work on developing clients’ social and life skills through creative methods.

In partnership with Sports England, London PE and School Sports Network, Cambridge House provides weekly sports sessions (Swimming and Trampolining) for young people with learning and/or physical disabilities aged 14 – 25 years old and living in Southwark.

We are seeking motivated volunteers with experience in working with clients with learning disabilities that are enthusiastic about fitness.

Objective

• To assist staff to deliver a high quality programme to clients.
• To support the delivery of our services to ensure that clients’ needs are met.

Main tasks

• To engage clients in the activities (swimming and trampolining) offered.
• To support the group ensuring clients’ personal safety and well-being is upheld whilst giving due regard to the quality of the experience provided.

The skills required for this role:

• Can do approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills.
• A responsible attitude.

In return, Cambridge House will reimburse expenses of up to £10 p/day. This role provides a great opportunity to gain valuable work experience and have a better understanding of working with clients with learning disabilities. Working hours are between 4pm and 6pm on Tuesdays and Fridays during term time and we expect volunteers to commit to at least one term. All appointments will be subject to an Enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check and a two week trial period.

Via http://jobs.theguardian.com via Matthew