Chess Club Volunteer

• North Lanarkshire Council

• VO101331

Be the point of contact for Chess Club activities within designated library – assisting with development of activities as required and helping foster a sense of community within the group.
This would suit someone looking for a front facing community role with a strong social focus. The volunteer would:
• Assist library staff to set up each weekly event
• Promote other library events and groups to interested users
• Assist staff to clear up after each event
Chess Club Volunteer Role
• Support and run chess activities at your local library
• Assist with each session, taking guidance from library staff
• Be a Library Champion within the local community
What will you get out of it?
• Making a difference to your local community
• Make new friends and feel connected to the wider volunteering programme
• Learn new skills; community events, promotion, evaluation.
• Reduced membership to ActiveNL Gyms
Volunteering Role
• We’re looking for volunteers who can offer a minimum commitment of 2 hours per week
• Anyone with an interest in supporting their local library service and the activities they provide
• Be active and participate in events in your own community

Travel details

Cumbernauld Library

• About
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Support

Training details

• We will offer an on-site induction and support with all activities
• Volunteers will gain an understanding of the NLC library service and what it offers the local community
• We are happy to accept applications from people who require additional support if they are independent
• If not independent, a carer needs to accompany the volunteer

Volunteers (aged 12-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across North Lanarkshire.

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