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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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Volunteer Helper

The High-5 Club is like any other youth club; the one difference is that it takes into account the specific needs of young people with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASD).

Young people with ASD see the world in a different way from others; they are sometimes misunderstood and can display a range of behaviours which may appear odd to others. Although they want to be involved in the same types of activities as their peers, these differences often prevent them from doing so.

The age group for the High-5 Club is from S1 onwards but young people in P7 may also be invited to join the club to help support their transition to secondary school.


The High-5 Club meets during school term time on Wednesday evenings in Monifieth Parish Church from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and is run completely by volunteers.


The club also helps develop peer interaction and social skills through visits to local restaurants, theatres and cinemas.


For more information, download our leaflet or email Lesley McFarlane at high5club@mpcos.org.uk.


Experience required

Volunteers should be patient, enthusiastic and willing to interact with young people in a range of different activities. No experience is required, but kindness and compassion are essential.

Travel details

We are located at Monifieth Parish Church, 41 High St, Monifieth, Dundee, DD5 4AA. We are close to popular bus routes, and there is free parking available nearby.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18
A PVG certificate is required for the role; this will be funded.

Availability
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Frequency & commitment
This takes place once-weekly, on Wednesday evenings between 18:30 - 20:30. We run alongside Angus term dates, and do not run for over the school April, Summer, October and Winter holidays.