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Play Session Volunteer

For SNAP (Special Needs and Parents Ltd)

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  • We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and committed volunteers to support our family team during busy sessions at SNAP. Helping to maintain a safe and non-judgemental environment.  There could also be training opportunities available to expand your knowledge and understanding of neurodiversity and disabilities.

Key Tasks:

  • making refreshments for families 
  • help to create a welcoming environment for families
  • supervision of the children when needed, this could be whilst a family is talking to a member of staff
  • helping clean and tidy equipment and toys away at the end of the session
  • supervise a structured activity - depending on the session
  • supervise key areas in he activity hall, the outside terrace and upstairs area

What skills do I need?

Key skills and personal qualities you will need:
  • to complete DBS check when 16 years and older
  • be polite and have good communication skills
  • be reliable, committed and trustworthy
  • flexibility for certain tasks in the session
  • maintain any concerns or accidents to relevant members of staff
  • follow SNAP's code of conduct and adhere to our policies and procedures

All volunteers must abide by SNAP's Volunteer Guidelines

The training and support you will be given:

  • key information for your role will be provided by the volunteer co-ordinator
  • SNAP information and policies given, including and induction before your session
  • regular communication, in person or via email
  • DBS check, health and safety, and safeguarding training provided

Interests

  • Children
  • Disability
  • Families and Parenting
  • Health and Social Care
  • Young People

Activities

  • Creativity
  • General Helping
  • Supporting Charities
  • Supporting People and Befriending

Details

  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
    16+
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 22/10/2025

End Date: 22/10/2026

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No No No
Afternoon No No No No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

The number of days and hour will be negotiated between the volunteer and the Volunteer Co-ordinator

Location

The SNAP Centre, Pastoral Way
Warley
Brentwood
Essex
CM14 5WF

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