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Volunteer Development Scotland Ltd. (also known as Volunteer Scotland).
Charity registered in Scotland SC013740 and a company limited by guarantee, registered in Scotland, No. SC106743. Our registered Office is Jubilee House, Forthside Way, Stirling. FK8 1QZ

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Childcare Assistant

Methilhill Community Children's Initiative is a community led group dedicated to providing local children and P young people with opportunities to play, learn and grow.

Based within the Methilhill Community Learning Garden, they operate a programme of activities including garden-based activities, local youth clubs and outreach sessions to schools and organisations.

They have been running for 10 years, and were founded by local parents and community members who wanted to provide local children with community based experiences. Community spirit together with meaningful learning is at the heart of everything they do.


Volunteering opportunities exist within pre-school groups Nature Tots – Monday & Friday 9-11.30am, Nature Nursery – Tuesday &Thursday 8.45-11.45am & 11.45-2.45pm


You can come along to some/all of the time and one or all of these groups to gain skills and experience of working with under 5s. They also have groups for Primary 1-7 young people, see separate details of their Outdoor Adventurers and Youth club.


MCCI offer a friendly atmosphere and supportive team. All groups are based outdoors.


References will be requested for this role. This opportunity requires a PVG prior to commencement – It is illegal to apply for this post if you have been barred for working with children.


Experience required

A fun and friendly candidate would be ideally suited to this role. Working outdoors can be tough – especially in the winter so all volunteers need to be resilient. The ideal candidate should be willing to get muddy, spend time with children and love the outdoors.

Travel details

Methilhill Learning Garden is based in Sea Road Methilhill KY8 2GW. There are bus stops within walking distance and parking is available.

Travel expenses

Travel expenses paid fortnightly.

Support
Training details

Volunteers will be paired with a member of staff who will be their main contact. Ongoing support will also be provided by project manager. Online and in-person training is offered.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 14

Availability
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Volunteers (aged 14-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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