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Cardenden Amateur Swimming Club
- VO103675
Cardenden Amateur Swimming Club is a family friendly swimming club which was established over 50 years ago. The club aims to teach children to swim in an environment in which they feel comfortable, offering lessons to children aged 4 -15, catering for those just starting out up to competitive length swimmers.
The club requires poolside helps to support their swimming lessons. The role of the poolside helper involves:
· Assisting the teacher during lessons
· Ensuring the safety of the swimmers
· Preparing the pool and equipment for lessons
· Offering guidance on basic swimming technique
· Helping to store the equipment
· Promoting good behaviour and adherence to club rules
If you are interested in sport and keen to help young people, this may be the ideal role for you.
Experience required
The club is looking for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable, trustworthy, approachable, friendly and encouraging with a passion for swimming. Good organisation and communication skills are required.
Travel details
Swimming lessons take place at Bowhill Leisure Centre, accessible by both public and private transport.
Travel expenses
Expenses should be agreed in advance and will be reimbursed at public transport rates or 45p per mile if a private vehicle is used. Receipts are required.
Support
Training details
An induction will be provided which includes an overview of PVG requirements, policies and poolside activities. Poolsode helpers can participate in Levels 1 and 2 poolside training if desired. A minimum commitment of one year is required as this training is funded. Child protection training will also be provided.
The volunteer will need to become a member of the Scottish Amateur Swimming Association and the membership fee will be paid by the club.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 16
Availability
Mon
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Morning
Afternoon
Evening
Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more
Please fill out this form to register your interest in the opportunity Poolside Helper with Cardenden Amateur Swimming Club
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