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Creative Group Facilitator

  • Uppertunity
  • VO97608

Description

Do you love being creative and want to make a difference? Join our friendly team at Uppertunity to support adults with additional support needs and autism to explore their creativity and confidence.

You’ll help run small, relaxed group sessions in arts, crafts, music, sewing or drama. Tasks include setup and cleanup, encouraging participants to try ideas, offering practical support where needed, keeping the group flowing, and most importantly, socialising!

Our materials are mostly donated or upcycled, so you’ll get to think inventively and resourcefully. We’re looking for someone kind, patient, and positive. Experience with creative activities or group facilitation is a bonus but not essential. Sessions run Tuesday to Friday (10am–12pm or 1–3pm).

You’ll always volunteer alongside one of our staff team, with plenty of laughter and learning along the way. We’re an inclusive space that believes in working together and to our strengths.

Organisation aims and objectives

We are a registered Community Interest Company (a type of non-profit social enterprise), working with individuals (16+) with learning disabilities, autism and mental health barriers. We focus on an individual’s strengths and aspirations, then work with them to realise their potential, leading to self-worth and independence. We do this through: creative workshops, group and community work, mentoring, skill development programs, meaningful volunteering roles, jobs and social events.

Availability

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning
Afternoon
Evening

Half day or full day per week. Occasional weekend if volunteer wants to be involved with events.

Frequency and commitment details

Occasional weekend if volunteer wants to be involved with events.

Restrictions

Experience required: An interest in creative activities and supporting others, plus a friendly, patient, and positive attitude.
Travel details: Ground Floor Left, The Circle at Dudhope Castle, Barrack Road, Dundee DD3 6TU
Minimum age: 16

Support

Expenses details: Please note: No expenses are paid for this opportunity
Taster available: Yes
Taster details: You can come in and see a group in action before you get more involved.
Support: Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet

Last updated 2 months ago

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