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SOME VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES -HARBOROUGHFor more information about these volunteering opportunities or to sign up for any of them, please contact Lauren Wild by phone or text: 07868129753 or email: lwild@vasl.org.uk
‘Foxton Canal Museum’ – Volunteer Assistants/Helpers
The ‘Foxton Canal Museum’ is educational; shows the history; has models, interactive displays, and a wide range of waterway items that tell the story of the Lift, the Locks, the waterways and the people who lived on the canals. Run by ‘Foxton Inclined Plane Trust’ (FIPT), a registered charity of volunteers who have an interest and passion for canals and in particular Foxton's unique Inclined Plane Boat Lift. Volunteers can learn new skills, meet interesting people, provide invaluable help, and have fun.
They are particularly looking for people who are interested in ‘museum’ work, including archiving, cleaning and labelling of exhibits, helping with new displays, etc; working in the retail trade, such as dealing with customer enquiries and in their entrance/shop; like working with computers, including websites and necessary administrative duties; or want to help their fundraising team, but everyone can work together on a wide variety of projects to help improve the museum. Website: www.fipt.org.uk
Volunteer Research Assistant – ‘Voluntary Action South Leicestershire’ (Full-time Volunteering Opportunity)
Volunteers with particular interest/experience in research, ideally Graduates (18/21 years or older), are required for a Research Assistant volunteering role to carry out research into the needs of the diverse community in association with ‘Voluntary Action South Leicestershire’ (VASL) with the support of their Service Manager. The tasks will include providing support in carrying out impact reviews of existing VASL services on both the individuals and the wider community; and carrying out a ‘needs analysis’ of new projects to meet the changing needs of the community. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference by highlighting through research recommendations and proposals to improve, develop or create new services to meet the diverse needs of Harborough community and to gain valuable practical experience, especially to boost employment or further education opportunities.
Ability to initiate, develop and deliver high quality research; research interests in community development; high standard of written/presentation/communication skills; initiative, motivation and ability to work well independently, is important.
Where – Voluntary Action South Leicestershire, Market Harborough.
When – A regular, more full-time involvement (along the lines of 15-30 hours per week for 10+ weeks, to be discussed/negotiated with volunteer).
‘Sport Relief’ Fun Runs (Market Harborough): Sunday 21st March 2010 - Volunteers
Volunteers to assist with the general running and support of this major fundraising & participation event and to help ensure the public are well informed and health and safety is adhered, as Registration Volunteers; Parking Marshals; Course Marshals; and Activities Assistants. Induction & support on the day.
Where– Market Harborough.
When – Sunday 21st March 2010.
Inclusive Sports Club, Harborough – Volunteer Assistants
Help out, develop new skills and experiences and have fun at this new weekly Inclusive Sports Club for people of all ages and abilities, particularly people with special or specific needs and their friends and family, offering a range of sports, including Boccia, Zone Hockey, Goalball and new-age Kurling.
Where – Harborough Leisure Centre, Northampton Road, Market Harborough.
When – Fridays, 5pm-6pm.
Volunteer Table Scorer for Harborough Dynamos Basketball Club
To help change the score boards and stop the timer during league basketball gamesWhere – Kibworth High School (Smeeton Road, Kibworth)When – Games are Friday evenings, approx 1½ hours (not every Friday).
Youth Action Team (YAT) – 16-25 year olds from Oadby & Wigston; Blaby; Rutland; Harborough Our ‘Youth Action Teams’ are young people between 16-25 years of age from all walks of life who champion volunteering locally. These ambassadors encourage their peers to volunteer; help develop youth-led community action; work alongside the vinvolved team and communities to help change the perception of youth volunteering and to provide accessible, diverse and empowering opportunities for all young people aged 16-25. They meet each other regularly, receive training, gain leadership and other skills, organise and attend a residential, make new friends, have fun, and make a real difference.
People can be involved at the level which fits in with their other commitments and there will be training and support along the way. It’s a great opportunity to play a leading role in the community, be part of a team and improve your CV or your education, employment or life opportunities.
If you’re 16-25 and committed to helping others and making a difference in your community, have enthusiasm, and can join in for at least a few hours a month, ideally for around 6 months to a year, then get in touch, especially if you’re from Blaby, Oadby & Wigston or Rutland.
Website Development Volunteer: Kibworth Grammer School Hall
Do you have knowledge and understanding of websites, website design, development and management, to help a local community group develop their own existing website? Website: www.kgsh.ik.com
Where – Kibworth, Leicestershire.
When – Flexible.
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