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
Barnardos are taking part in this year's Recovery Walk and Family Fun Day, organised by Recovery Academy of Ireland, which is taking place on Saturday, 9 September. We are looking for volunteers who have facepainters skills and volunteers who have balloon modelling skills who would be interested in getting involved at this family fun day to entertain the children who are attending this event.
Other children's entertainers who wish to volunteer are also welcome.
The Recovery walk will begin at 12.30pm, followed by the Family Fun Day in the Garda Boat Club, Islandbridge until 4 / 4.30pm. There is a small budget available to go towards the cost of face paint materials, balloons etc.
What's required for this position
Faintpainting experience and / or balloon modelling experience; experience of entertaining children and families; friendly; reliable.
- Event management/ Fundraising
- 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: Once Off
Hours required: 5hrs Once off
Other Details
Location of volunteering opportunity:
Garda Boat Club, Conyngham Road, Islandbridge, Dublin 8
Screening details for this role:
Volunteers will be provided with the following supports:
- Support/ advice/ recognition
- Reimbursement of expenses
Age restrictions:
Over 18
Is this opportunity suitable for groups/teams of volunteers?
Yes
Benefits you will receive as a volunteer
You will be supporting a very important social issue. We hope that you will enjoy volunteering with Barnardos and the Recovery Academy of Ireland team, meet some new people and have fun! Food and refreshments will be available for all volunteers.
Getting there
Dublin Bus - no. 25 from Merrion Sq. to Lucan (Dodsboro); No. 25a From Merrion Sq. towards Lucan (Esker Church); No. 25b From Merrion Sq. Towards Adamstown Rail Station;
No. 66 / 66A from Merrion Sq. Towards Maynooth
