About Ozanam House Community Resource Centre
Ozanam House is a community project operated by the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, working directly with people in need through an action-oriented programme, attempting to effect positive change through social justice. Our work primarily involves person-to-person contact. Throughout the year we run childcare, youth, adult education and community programmes.
What's Involved
To run cookery workshop for afterschool children 4 to 6 year olds. Classes will take place on Monday and Wednesday between 3pm and 5pm. We are looking to teach the children to cook simple nutritious snacks. Promoting home cooking and healthy eating in a fun supportive environment.
Tasks:
• To agree with the programme coordinator a workshop plan in advance
• To source ingredients to undertake the cookery course, these will be funded by the centre
• To prepare these class in advance
• To ensure the room and space are prepared and ready for the participants in advance of the class starting
• To lead the class/workshop with the support at all times of the programme staff – class leaders and assistants
• To review activities with the programme coordinator implementing changes where necessary
• To follow the policies and procedures of Ozanam House which can be found in the induction pack or in the office
What's required for this position
• Interest and knowledge in cooking and nutrition
• Fun and Energy when teaching your skill to a group of people
• Ability to relate well to people and enjoy dealing with them
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-confidence towards other people
• Patience, resilience, tolerance and flexibility
• Previous teaching experience is an advantage but not essential
- Education/ Training
- Personable Skills
- Youth/ Childcare
Level of English required for this role:
Intermediate English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: 6 months
Hours required: 2hrs Weekly
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Ozanam House, 53 Mountjoy Square, Dublin 1
Screening details for this role:
- Formal Interview
- Garda Vetting
- References
- Identification Check (photo ID etc…)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Initial induction and training
- Reimbursement of expenses
- Insurance cover
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
No
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
• Personal development
• Sharing knowledge that can help others enrich their lives
• Opportunity to work in and learn about a community resource centre
• Opportunity to build up valuable work experience
Getting there
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