About Barnardos
Barnardos supports children whose well being is under threat, by working with them,their families and communities and by campaigning for the rights of children. Barnardos was established in Ireland in 1962 and is Ireland's leading independent children's charity.
What's Involved
The fantastic Cadbury Egg Hunt in aid of Barnardos is back this Easter in Dublin's Merrion Square and we are looking for volunteers to help make this our best event yet. Would you like to get involved in this fun filled volunteering day?
We could really use your help on Friday, 10th and/or Saturday 11th April for just a few hours.
At this event Cadbury provides plenty of eggciting entertainment for all the family, including a rockin’ Family Disco, face painting, a petting zoo and a brand-new carnival Ferris Wheel! Families can also try to ‘Earn your Ears’ at the carnival games, learn how to ‘Be a Good Egg’, or be mesmerised by Rueben the Entertainer! We'll need help in lots of different areas on the day of the event, such as:
•Help with the set-up on the morning of the event
•Assisting with ticketing at the entrance
•Packing and distributing goodie bags, refreshments etc.
•Stewarding at entrances to the event and along the Easter Egg Trail route
•Helping with the post event clean up
•Providing encouragement and smiles during the day!
What's required for this position
A friendly, reliable person who is happy to interact with children and families, who is interested in participating in outdoor fundraising events and also interested in the work of Barnardos.
- Event management/ Fundraising
- Personable Skills
- Youth/ Childcare
Level of English required for this role:
Basic English
Times and commitment required for this role
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Minimum time commitment: Once Off
Hours required: 4hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Merrion Square, Dublin 2
Screening details for this role:
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Supervision
- Insurance cover
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
By volunteering for this fundraising event you are helping us raise much needed funds for vulnerable children in Ireland - all the while having fun!
Getting there
Dart to Pearse Street Station; numerous Dublin buses to Dublin city centre plus Luas Green and Red Lines within walking distance