Branch Group Leader Family Activity Club (North Somerset Branch)

Do you have a few hours a month to give to volunteering? This role can fit around your responsibilities, and you can decide when and how you would like to volunteer. There is flexibility on the amount of the time you give too. We know our volunteers have busy lives and we do our best to fit around you.

The role is fully supported by the regional Senior Branch Engagement Officer and the other branch volunteers. You will receive full guidance and training for everything you’ll need to do.

When and where

• The first and third Saturday of the month from 10 am to 11.30 am
• The sessions take place in Locking, North Somerset
• You must live locally to the branch to do this role

What you will be doing

• Planning sessions to include games and craft ideas
• Welcoming parents, autistic children, young people and siblings to each session
• Posting on the Branch Facebook page about the activities to be included in the upcoming sessions
• Keeping the activity risk assessment updated
• Setting up and clearing away before and after the club activity
• Interacting with the parents and young people with autism, making sure that everyone can engage in the activities in a safe manner.
• Any expenses incurred will be reimbursed by the branch.

The skills you need

• Knowledge and experience of the autism spectrum is an advantage but not essential as we can provide training
• Patience, empathy and warmth
• To be able to communicate confidently with the autistic children, their parents and the branch committee members.

What's in it for you

• Improve support to autistic people and their families in your local area.
• Build up an understanding of autism by volunteering with autistic people.
• Access free training and learn new skills.
• Meet new people.
• A worthwhile achievement to add to your CV.
• Having fun whilst carrying out a valuable role.
• This is a rewarding and fulfilling opportunity and will allow you to make a difference to those you are supporting and their families.

Disclaimer

We seek applications from anyone interested in the role, but particularly welcome applications from those on the autism spectrum.