Holiday Speech Club
These are intensive three-day sessions in the Easter and Summer holidays. They cover all children and young people, Clubs will vary but they are all run by Symbol Connect UK Ltd therapists with 21 Together staff available to support. This provides the children and young people with a more intensive environment to work on speech, social skills, friendships, appropriate behaviour and social interaction. It also gives parents/carers some time to spend with other family members or just some time to themselves.
We are looking for volunteers to help our staff deliver these camps. The position will require you to interact closely with young people with Down’s syndrome, teaching staff and speech therapists.
Time commitment:
Each Club runs consecutively for three days with a half-day training before it starts. The training is compulsory and gives you a chance to meet the staff/therapists and discuss the individual needs of each child attending the camp so that you are fully prepared for the days ahead. It will also cover some key areas of the specific learning profile of children with Down’s syndrome.
The Club is split between a morning and afternoon session, and so we offer morning, afternoon or whole day volunteering options. It is vital that when you are registering as a volunteer you are clear on your availability and can attend every day in whichever capacity. This is important for the consistency of adults for the children.
The next camp dates we are looking for volunteers for are:
Easter Speech Club 2024
3 Hours expert training- 2nd April 2024
3 full days (AM and PM sessions available) 3rd, 4th, 5th April 2024
Tuesday 09:30-12:30
Wednesday-Friday 08:30-16:00
*All timings are subject to change as plans are finalised
Remuneration
The role of a volunteer is a voluntary position and is therefore not remunerated. However, reasonable expenses for travel, training and prior approved expenses incurred in carrying out duties may be claimed (the amount claimed may be capped at our discretion).
Location
Meadowfield School, Sittingbourne
Skills required
This position would suit someone looking for a committed volunteering role, particularly those who have an interest in speech and language or teaching.
Confident communication skills with a range of ages and learning abilities
Ability to engage in the delivery of activities according to guidance from the Speech and Language therapist, specialist teacher and group lead.
Innovative with strong interpersonal skills and good team player.
Ability to demonstrate discretion and to handle confidential information sensitively.
if this role is of interest to you please apply below.
For further information or to speak to one of the team please get in touch on the contact details below.
01622 230720
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