Activities Volunteer for Visually Impaired Young People

Are you passionate about making a difference and supporting young people with sight loss to enjoy an exciting programme of activities and new opportunities?

About Us

Sight Loss Shropshire is a successful charity supporting people living with sight loss across Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin. Whilst we pride ourselves on providing a varied programme of opportunities and events for adults, we wish to significantly increase our offer for children and young people up to 25 years of age.

About the Role

Our charity recently started an events programme for young people aged 14-25, offering exciting activities to youngsters, such as rock climbing, pottery workshops or raft building.

Many of our young participants have additional needs.

We are looking for one or two dedicated volunteers who will support our activities with a friendly and hands-on approach.

what’s involved

  • On-the-day support of events

  • Set-up and clear-up of activities

  • Offering refreshments and making participants feel comfortable

  • Friendly communication with visually impaired young people, their family members and friends

  • Supporting young people in accessing activities to maximise participation

  • Support with admin and capturing the day

 

You will work closely with the Children & Young People Activities Coordinator. If you are practical, organised and great at interacting with people, we’d love to hear from you!

hours

Estimated two days per month, weekends or during school holidays

What We’re Looking For

  • Aged 18 years or older

  • Willing and able to get involved in activities

  • Approachable with good communication skills

  • Be positive and patient

  • Able to travel to venues

  • Willing to be DBS checked

What We offer

  • The chance to make a vital contribution to the lives of young people with sight loss

  • Be a part of a friendly team that makes a difference

  • Paid travel expenses

  • Supervision

  • Branded polo shirt

Download the full person specification and job description here (MS Word)

How to Apply

Penny Norris
CYP Activities Coordinator
Email: penny@sightlossshropshire.org.uk
Phone: 07413 410417


This role is purely voluntary and this arrangement is not meant to be a legally binding one or an employment contract.


Join us and be a part of a team that makes a real, impactful difference in the community!