Job Description

Volunteer - Kids Hull Early Years Groups

Location:

Hull - various family hub locations available

About the Role

Kids is seeking a dedicated

Volunteer

to support disabled children, young people, and their families within our Early Years SEND Groups. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop professional skills in a rewarding environment while making a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting Kids Early Years Group Practitioners in the provision of appropriate, stimulating and enjoyable group learning experiences for children with additional needs and disabilities and their parents/carers, fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere. Collaborate with practitioners, senior workers, and coordinators to maintain best practices and address any issues as they arise. Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people in your care. Recognise and support the social, emotional, and communication needs of each child, encouraging their participation in group activities. Contribute to the preparation and set up each session. Contribute to the clearing away and storing resources appropriately, ready to be used again. Observe children's development, sharing with the KIDS Early Years Group Practitioners. Support whole families (including grandparents and siblings) and offer information/advice as needed, and as appropriate. Give information to families regarding further learning opportunities. Develop strong, supportive relationships with children, young people, and their families Participate in Kids' induction and ongoing training programs to enhance professional development Comply with all Kids policies and procedures, including safeguarding, data protection, and equality of opportunity.

Kids is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We follow safer recruitment principles, and this role is subject to an

enhanced DBS check

.

Desirable Experience and Qualities

Lived experience of parenting a young child with SEND Understanding of the individual needs of different children and their parents who attend the Kids Early Years Groups. Have understanding and experience of the various aspects of the lives of young children and their parents who attend the KIDS Early Years Groups. Including, but not limited to; education, behaviour, sleep, sensory needs, communication styles and play and leisure activities * Personal skills to relate to, and be able share relevant, timely and appropriate information and advice with other parents with young children with SEND.