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Cooking and Arts & Crafts Volunteer (SA 24-25)
Organisation Details
Strathclyde Student Action
Activity type: Art and Design, Asylum Seekers and Refugees, Children, Community Work, Health and Wellbeing, Homeless and Housing, Mental Health, Youth Work and Young People
Stellify Award: This opportunity is part of 'Make a Difference'
Description of role: Important Information:
1. A Child and Adult DBS is needed for the role
2. Adult and Child Safeguarding is required for this role
^Both completed through the Student Union for free.
3. This initiative takes part in two separate places (Strathclyde and Brindale)
4. Occurs every Wednesday from 5pm-7pm (Students are expected to meet at the Student Union for departure at 4:30pm)
For this role, you will be engaging in cooking and arts and crafts activities with residents of temporary accommodations, catering to individuals of all ages. This volunteering opportunity offers a diverse and enriching experience, perfect for those who enjoy working with a variety of people. Each week, we alternate between two locations, focusing on different arts and crafts projects. Cooking sessions are exclusively held at Brindale. The residents we support come from various backgrounds, including those affected by domestic abuse, teenage pregnancy, family issues, or those seeking refuge. Our primary aim is not to provide therapy but to offer a relaxing and creative outlet for these individuals.
We want this initiative to be a fun and rewarding experience for our volunteers. As project leaders, we understand that university work takes priority, so there's no pressure to commit to weekly volunteering. Join us whenever you're free and eager to participate! All we ask is that you keep us informed about your availability.
If you're still unsure about whether you want to volunteer with us, check out our instagram: uom_strathclydeproject
Hope to see you soon! :)
1. A Child and Adult DBS is needed for the role
2. Adult and Child Safeguarding is required for this role
^Both completed through the Student Union for free.
3. This initiative takes part in two separate places (Strathclyde and Brindale)
4. Occurs every Wednesday from 5pm-7pm (Students are expected to meet at the Student Union for departure at 4:30pm)
For this role, you will be engaging in cooking and arts and crafts activities with residents of temporary accommodations, catering to individuals of all ages. This volunteering opportunity offers a diverse and enriching experience, perfect for those who enjoy working with a variety of people. Each week, we alternate between two locations, focusing on different arts and crafts projects. Cooking sessions are exclusively held at Brindale. The residents we support come from various backgrounds, including those affected by domestic abuse, teenage pregnancy, family issues, or those seeking refuge. Our primary aim is not to provide therapy but to offer a relaxing and creative outlet for these individuals.
We want this initiative to be a fun and rewarding experience for our volunteers. As project leaders, we understand that university work takes priority, so there's no pressure to commit to weekly volunteering. Join us whenever you're free and eager to participate! All we ask is that you keep us informed about your availability.
If you're still unsure about whether you want to volunteer with us, check out our instagram: uom_strathclydeproject
Hope to see you soon! :)
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Creative Skills, Oral Communication Skills, Team Working
Are volunteer expenses available?: Yes
Duration of role: Ongoing / Long term
Opportunity times: Wednesday PM
DBS required: On
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Is this organisation part of the Sports Volunteering Scheme (SVS)?: No
Minimum hours commitment: 2 hour per week
Location:
1 Cambridge St.
Manchester
M1 5GB