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Community Activities Volunteer

Support our monthly youth sessions by helping set up activities, welcoming and engaging young people, joining in with LEGO, photography, arts, games and other creative activities and helping create a safe, inclusive and playful environment. Activities change each month, so there is always something new to get involved in. No specialist skills are required—just enthusiasm, reliability and a caring approach.
One Saturday a month opportunity.

About Project Esperanza

Offers practical, emotional and integration support predominantly to families of African heritage but also supports a huge base of people from multi ethnic backgrounds.

Experience Required

Essential: Friendly, reliable, approachable and comfortable engaging with young people. Good communication and teamwork skills, with a caring and non-judgemental approach. Desirable: Experience in youth work, arts, community or recreational activities. PVG required.

Training Details

Volunteers will receive an induction to Project Esperanza and the Culture Connections Programme before starting. They will receive guidance on their role, safeguarding procedures and working with young people, with ongoing support from the Project Esperanza team. They will also be introduced to participatory methods, games and activities suitable for different age groups.

Location/Travel Details

The activities take place at Drylaw Neighbourhood Centre, 67B Groathill Road North, Edinburgh, EH4 2SA. The centre is easily accessible by public transport. Lothian Buses 17 and 24 stop close to the centre, around a 2-minute walk away. Other nearby bus services include 21, 27, 29 and 37. The centre is wheelchair accessible and all facilities are on the ground floor.

Expenses

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