Organisation Name:
The Wilberforce Trust
Organisation's Cause(s):
Children / Young People / Families
Disability Services
Location of voluntary activity:
Events and activities will take place at Wilberforce House, The Grove, Dringhouses, York YO24 1AN or in a variety of venues across York.
When are volunteers needed: Whether you can offer two hours a month or a day each week, every contribution is valued, and we will work around your availability.
Type of Voluntary Activity:
Volunteering with Children & Young People
Role description:
Club Wilber provides accessible, adapted out-of-school activities, events and trips for blind and visually impaired children and young people aged 0 to 25.
As a volunteer, you could help plan and deliver activities, support facilitators during sessions, prepare resources, and provide practical support at events or trips.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist facilitators and prepare resources.
- Provide practical support to children, young people and families.
- Encourage confidence, independence and participation.
- Create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment.
- Follow safeguarding procedures and work reliably as part of the team.
Skills and behaviours needed for the role:
- An interest in supporting families of children with visual impairments and a willingness to learn how to work in a way that promotes the safety and wellbeing of our service users
- An open and friendly nature
- Adaptable, reliable and patient
- Good communication skills
- A good sense of humour
Will there be a DBS check? Yes
Driving Licence required? No
Volunteer's own vehicle required? No
Suitable for:
Ongoing Volunteering
What will the volunteer gain/benefit from:
- Take part in fun and exciting activities and events, such as cookery classes and trips to Alton Towers or the theatre!
- Develop new skills and gain valuable experience volunteering with a local charity.
- Build your knowledge and experience of supporting children with sensory impairments.
- Receive Sensory Awareness Training from a qualified Vision Rehabilitation Specialist.
- Enjoy ongoing support and guidance from our Volunteer Coordinator throughout your volunteering journey.
How to get involved:
To join our growing team of volunteers, please use the link below to apply online. We'd love to hear from you!
Web link: Click here
Closing date: 12-08-2027