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Availability Details

You will be able to contribute to the programme as much as you would like, but the minimum requirement would be attending one session per holiday period - i.e. one half day in Christmas, Feb half term, Easter and May half term.

Venue Address

Metrocentre - Community Hub
St Michaels Way
Gateshead
NE11 9YG
United Kingdom

54.955957627336, -1.6684379428625

Policies in place

DBS check required

Yes
Support and Training

Expenses Reimbursed

Yes
Other information

Age restrictions apply

No

Details

Bus journey expenses will be reimbursed if required.

We are looking for caring, reliable people for children’s programme that will run during school holiday periods. Our aim is to help children, who are on CNWT waiting lists for neurodiversity and/or mental health assessment, to feel included, encouraged and able to shine. You will be working alongside other staff and there is no expectation that you will lead or teach any sessions.

We want you if 

Ideally, you have experience of supporting neurodivergent children (not essential).

You have a genuine interest in supporting primary school aged neurodivergent children

You are patient, encouraging and able to adapt to individual needs.

You work well as part of a team.

We are looking for a range of abilities and ages, so please don’t disqualify yourself, until we have discussed what you can bring to the group! This is an immediately rewarding role as you watch children develop and gain self-worth, whilst developing your own skills and experience within the team.

 There will be further locations added in the future , but at present the volunteer role will be at Metrocentre Community Hub, Gateshead.

If you are interested please contact lindsay@anxiousminds.co.uk with a brief description of why you would like to participate and we will organise an informal chat at your convenience. Please note: A DBS check will need to be completed due to the nature of the volunteering opportunity.

Skills needed

A genuine interest in children and their needs and a commitment to their development and exploration of skills.
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