Street Soccer Scotland: Christmas Opportunities
23rd of November to 22nd of December 2024
What is the role?
Who are they?
What can I gain?
Where?
When can I volunteer?
Any requirements?
ROLE DESCRIPTION
Looking students who would be interested in voluntary or paid opportunities at our Christmas Grotto in St Enoch centre. We will be the only grotto in the city, and all profits from the event would go straight to us, supporting our Free Football For All programmes. Volunteers are greatly needed for general activities, and we have paid ‘elf’ roles assisting Santa in his grotto (giving out presents, taking photos with the children, etc). PVG’s and elf accessories will be provided. This could be a great opportunity for arts students or those looking to enhance their CV. General activities involve taking donations (card/cash), checking tickets, and general crowd management. This will be a very fun opportunity with an important cause at the heart of it. Elf activities involve assisting Santa, giving out presents to the children, taking selfies, etc – requirement to stay in character.
ABOUT THIS ORGANISATION
Street Soccer is a charity which supports socially disadvantaged people across Scotland with football-themed activity and personal development. This year we mark our 15th anniversary and celebrate having helped change the lives of more than 25,000 people experiencing homelessness, unemployment, mental health and wellbeing issues, and other complex social challenges. We have sessions all over Scotland, with new locations being established frequently – there are plenty of sessions close to UWS campuses for students who may need us.
https://streetsoccerscotland.org
WHAT COULD YOU GAIN?
Volunteers will gain volunteering experience which can enhance CV’s and introduce students to more opportunities. They will get to know how our charity works, essential partnership activities, and a crash course in fundraising.
Paid ‘elf’ actors will be paid the living wage for the extra responsibility of staying in character when working with children. PVG’s and accessories will be provided. This will also be a great CV enhancing opportunity.
WHERE?
St Enoch Centre, Glasgow
WHEN CAN I VOLUNTEER?
23rd of November to 22nd December 2024
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SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
All personalities and skillsets wanted; we need volunteers who are patient, good with children/general public, confident with asking for donations. Previous experience working with children or in acting roles would be desirable.
REQUIREMENTS FOR STARTING THE ROLE
Please send a basic CV to erin@streetsoccerscotland.org with availability, what activities you are interested in, and your contact information. Street Soccer will provide a PVG check for successful candidates.