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  • Childcare Assistant
    with Methilhill Community Children's Initiative

    Volunteer Opportunity No. VO99675 - Created/last updated: 02/03/2024



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    About this opportunity:

    Takes place:
    morningsafternoonsevenings
    Mondays
    Tuesdays
    Wednesdays
    Thursdays
    Fridays
    Saturdays
    Sundays
    Minimum age:14
    Maximum age:101
    Training provided:Volunteers will be paired with a member of staff who will be their main contact. Ongoing support will also be provided by project manager. Online and in-person training is offered.
    Out of pocket expenses paid?
    Yes - Travel expenses paid fortnightly.

    Experience required:A fun and friendly candidate would be ideally suited to this role. Working outdoors can be tough - especially in the winter so all volunteers need to be resilient. The ideal candidate should be willing to get muddy, spend time with children and love the outdoors.

    Restrictions on who can volunteer
    No restrictions were specified.

    Application process:Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; References

    Taster available?No, not for this opportunity.

    Travel DetailsMethilhill Learning Garden is based in Sea Road Methilhill KY8 2GW. There are bus stops within walking distance and parking is available.

    Saltire AwardThis opportunity is compatible with the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12-25.

    What Now?

    To enquire/register an interest in this opportunity call us (FVA) on 0800 389 6046, e-mail us, or fill out this form:

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