Toddler team assistant - Salvation Army

The Salvation Army Toddler Group depends on committed volunteers who are passionate about encouraging, and giving hope, to children and their families in our community.  It runs weekly on Mondays and Thursdays from 10-12pm, volunteers supporting from 9.30-12.30pm (during term time only).  Children under 5 years old and their parents/carers are welcome to attend.  Supporting alongside other volunteers, you will help set up activities, welcome the children and their parents/carers and encourage them to participate in making our toddler group a great place to be.  Volunteers' ideas are welcomed and volunteers are also encouraged to lead activities if they desire.  This is a great opportunity to help bring some joy to children and their families in our community.

Main tasks and responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with parents/carers/children and other volunteers
• Follow toddler group procedures for the effective running of the activities
• Cooperate with colleagues and offer help and support
• As directed by the team leader, fulfil tasks such as:
• Assist with the admissions
• Welcome and register parents/carers/children
• Set up activities, for example, play area and crafts
• Encourage children and their parents/carers to get involved in activities as appropriate
• Share good new stories and feedback ideas about how to make toddler group a great place to be

What skills do I need?

Skills, attributes, experience and qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to follow guidelines and direction from the team leader
• Approachable, happy to get involved and encouraging to others
• Enjoy being around children and encouraging their creativity and social skills
• Willing to work within the Christian ethos of The Salvation Army but respectful of people of all faiths, cultures and backgrounds.
• Minimum age requirement: 18+

Benefits to volunteer

• This is a role where you will really feel and see the difference that you are making in the lives of children and their parents/carers.
• Volunteers are supported and encouraged to get involved in developing activities and leading groups if they desire.
• You will develop communication skills, interpersonal skills, decision making skills and of course have fun!
• Volunteers will meet people from all walks of life.
• Celebration event.
• Basic reference after three months regular volunteering.

When do I need to be available?

	Morning	Afternoon	Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Details

We request a minimum commitment of three months. Volunteers are asked to be available between 9.30am and 12:30pm weekly, fortnightly or monthly (during term-time).

Where does this role take place?