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Volunteer Activities Assistant

ENABLE Scotland (Aberdeen)
VO58897

Do you agree that every person who has a learning disability should have the choice and control to live the life they choose?

Aberdeen ENABLE Branch are looking for enthusiastic, committed volunteers to help at their weekly 'Pop Club' for adults with a Learning Disability from all over Aberdeen. The Branch has been running social activities in the city for nearly 60 years and there are currently around fifty members of the club.

There are a number of tasks on the night at the club such as: welcoming people arriving and collecting money, making tea and coffee and serving tables, playing music, interacting with members of the club and seeing members off safely and tidying the hall afterwards. Activities Volunteers are required to help with these tasks on the night.

The club meets fortnightly on a Friday night at the Rosemount Community Centre in Aberdeen (AB25 2NS) from 7.00 until 9.30

Throughout the volunteering opportunity you will gain new skills and experience working with people who have a Learning Disabilities, their families and carers. You will also have lots of fun helping to create an enjoyable experience for all involved.

Out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed in line with Aberdeen Branch policy. Volunteers will be given an induction by the Branch Committee.

If you are interested but would like to visit the Pop Club for a 'taster session' - this can be arranged as well.

For more details please contact:
Jessie Gordon, Aberdeen Branch Secretary
Tel No: 01224 873936/ 07845463299

Experience required

Volunteers will come from a wide range of backgrounds and will have many different qualities and skills. Essential qualities for this role are an enthusiastic and positive attitude and being a team player.

Travel details

The club meets fortnightly on a Friday night at the Rosemount Community Centre in Aberdeen (AB25 2NS) from 7.00 until 9.30

Travel expenses

Any relevant and approved out of pocket expenses are re-imbursed e.g.: bus fares, car mileage etc.

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Training details

Good support and relevant training is provided to all volunteers. Volunteers will be given an induction by the Branch Committee.

Taster

If you are interested but would like to visit the Pop Club for a 'taster session' - this can be arranged.
For more details please contact:
Jessie Gordon, Aberdeen Branch Secretary
Tel No: 01224 873936/ 07845463299