VOLUNTEER ROLE DESCRIPTION

Role title: Volunteer Youth Worker – Music and Media

Locations: Music Room

Responsible to: Senior Coordinator

Hours available: Minimum 3 hours – maximum 8 hours weekly

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Inspire Youth Zone aims to enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realise their potential and become happy, responsible and caring citizens. Every day the club makes a real and lasting difference to the lives of young people.

The role:

We are looking for volunteers to make a difference to the lives of young people using music/media. This role is about encouraging and supporting young people to get involved in a range of activities; including; Music tuition, setting up new bands, video and film, karaoke etc.

We need volunteers who:

·  Are passionate about and working with children and young people.

·  Can establish positive relationships with children and young people and be a positive role model.

·  Can work with children and young people with diverse needs in small and large groups.

·  Are energetic, inspiring and creative.

·  Can adhere to policies and procedures at all times with particular emphasis on equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding.

The benefits of Volunteering in this role:

·  You will receive induction training to prepare you.

·  You will receive support and supervision.

·  You will connect with young people and make a difference to their lives.

·  You will be part of a passionate, dynamic team.

·  You will develop skills in planning, evaluating and reflecting.

Activities involved in:

·  To help set up and tidy away activities.

·  To support staff members or other volunteers in activities.

·  Encourage children and young people to participate and engage in music activities.

Additional information: You need to complete an application form and an enhanced DBS Check.