Volunteer play worker
(Voluntary/ unpaid)
Since 1977, Independent Options has been working to empower people with disabilities, enabling them to take control of their lives, achieve their aspirations and enjoy life to the full.
We offer a range of highly personalised support services for children and adults and who have a wide range of disabilities. We work with people who have learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, acquired brain injuries and mental health needs.
For the younger age range (children aged 0 to 10 years old) we have an indoor play room, accessible computers and an large outside play area. We organise themed activities for the children in a range of different groups and clubs.
Our groups include – Pre-school Toddler groups, Singing and Signing, After School Clubs, School holiday groups and Saturday clubs.
For parents and carers they have a quiet lounge, close to the play room, where they can relax, chat to other people or enjoy a few moments to their selves. We also organise informal parent support groups, training courses and information-sharing events.
This volunteer role is within our play groups for children who have a wide range of learning and physical disabilities aged 0 to 10 years old, their siblings and their families.
The role will be to provide help before during and after groups. During the group the main task will be to interact with the families to provide a fun and safe play environment.
Experience of working with individuals with disabilities, Children aged 0 – 10 is desirable but not essential.
All volunteer candidates must supply two references (character references are fine) and pass a DBS check before being able to begin volunteering with us.
Unfortunately we cannot accept applications from individuals under 18 years old
For more information or to ask for an application pack please contact Samantha Jarvis on –
sjarvis@independentoptions.org.uk
0161 482 7933
To apply for this job email your details to sjarvis@independentoptions.org.uk