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Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA SCIO
- VO104332
Equi-Power is an award-winning independent charity and member group of the Riding for the Disabled Association serving Central Scotland. We believe in the power of horses to transform lives! Our therapeutic and competitive activities are for children and adults with additional support needs.
Based on a quiet livery yard in Sauchenford, we provide a safe and welcoming environment for people of all ages to experience the benefits of being around horses. Our activities are known to improve physical and emotional well-being and promote skills development. Most importantly of all, we have fun!
Sessional volunteers have equestrian experience and carry out a variety of tasks including preparing stables and horses for RDA sessions, setting up equipment for sessions, supporting children and adults with disabilities to enjoy time with horses and keeping the yard spic and span!
Experience required
Some equestrian experience is essential to volunteering with Equi-Power.
Experience of supporting people with disabilities is a plus but not a requirement.
A positive attitude, willingness to learn, reliability and a love of seeing people enjoy and achieve are all you need to be a great RDA volunteer.
Travel details
At our base in Sauchenford near Plean. There is parking available, and a bus stop a 5 minute walk from the yard.
Travel expenses
Pre agreed travel expenses, for example bus or taxi fares or mileage can be claimed.
Support
Training details
After submitting an application form, and follow up of references and PVG, volunteers are offered an on site induction covering health and safety, safeguarding and practical basics.
Further training is both 'on the job' and offered as stand alone opportunities to those who are interested e.g. First aid qualifications.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 12
We endeavour to support individuals with disabilities to volunteer as well as to participate in our activities.
All applicants are subject to reference checks, PVG checks and individual assessment.
Availability
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Frequency & commitment
One session per fortnight: Mondays 9am - 1pm Tuesdays 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursdays 9am - 12.30pm Fridays 2.45pm - 6.15pm
Volunteers (aged 12-25) 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 Riding for Disabled Sessional Volunteer with Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA SCIO
Your email address and phone number will only be used by the organisation/TSI you are contacting to discuss in more detail the opportunity you are enquiring about.
Your details and message will be sent to:
Iona Christison, Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA SCIO
Iona Christison, Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA SCIO
Email address: [email protected]
A copy will be sent to the organisation that supports volunteering in Falkirk:
Contact name: General Enquiries
Email address: [email protected]
Phone: 01324692000
Thank you for registering your interest in Riding for Disabled Sessional Volunteer with Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA SCIO.
Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA SCIO and Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA SCIOhave both been sent your details and message, they will respond to you at the email address you provided.
Something has gone wrong, please let us know about this issue at [email protected] quoting reference #VO104332.