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Children's Activities Volunteer- Library Service

North Somerset Library Service

To support library activities, (such as Lego, Duplo or Board Games Clubs, craft activities, STEM activities) which provide children and their families with fun opportunities to learn new skills and be creative.

Detailed Description

Main tasks and activities may include: • Set up the library ready for the craft or activity session, (move chairs, tables etc.); • Help plan the sessions and develop ideas (e.g. link crafts to the theme of the Summer Reading Challenge); • Prepare any materials needed for the activity; • Create a welcoming environment for children and their parents/carers; • Show children what they need to do and help them, if necessary, throughout the session; • Help tidy up at the end of the session and return materials, chairs, tables etc. to their usual place. You do not need to have any previous experience of volunteering or working in a library.

Activities you will be doing

Advice, Information & Support,General & Helping

What skills are required for this role

Art & Craft, Cleaning & Tidying

Why these skills are required

For this role you will need: • An interest in libraries and desire to be an advocate for the service; • To be comfortable talking to children and helping them to learn; • Good communication skills; • To be organised and motivated; • To be able to relate to children and their parents/carers in a welcoming and friendly manner; • To be able to work as part of a team but also use your initiative; • To be reliable.

What is in it for you

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Time Commitment

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Nailsea Library Weston-super-Mare library (Town Hall) Yatton Library

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Application Process
Support you will receive
Role Type
Suitable For
14+
We Welcome
We welcome all sectors of the community.
Location
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