Organisation : Brotherhood of St Laurence in partnership with Jindi Family and Community Centre
Location : Melbourne (Mernda)
Time required : 10 hours per week
Duration of project : 6 months
Skill area : Community Services, Education & Training, Social & Support Work
Sector : Children
Application closing date : 31 Jan, 2025
About the role
-attend the Early Years playgroups or programs
• Welcome families and children into the hall and encourage them to explore the activities and play areas.
• Connect and build positive relationships with the children and caregivers.
• Assist the Jindi team in-session, ensuring the activity areas are neat and appealing for children to play
• Help with manual handling tasks in setting up and packing up of the toys/activities before and after each session.
• Debrief with playgroup or program practitioner after the session
• Where appropriate, develop and facilitate a child’s activity or story time, with the guidance of the Jindi team.
• Attend / participate in any role-specific training requirements
• Collaborate with the team to create a positive team environment, free from discrimination, harassment, and bullying.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with BSL health and safety requirements
About the organisation
The Jindi Family and Community Centre opened in February 2015 and is a partnership between Brotherhood of St. Laurence, the City of Whittlesea and Goodstart Early Learning.
We have a range of fun and engaging Early Years programs to help families build on their skills to support their child’s development and learning. Bookings are essential for all programs. Programs are facilitated by qualified Early Years Practitioners and are FREE to attend.
How to apply
Visit our website or contact us directly to learn about the various volunteer roles available at Jindi Family and Community Centre.
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Prepare Your Application:
- Ensure you have an updated resume or CV that highlights your relevant skills and experience.
- Prepare a brief cover letter or personal statement explaining why you want to volunteer and how your skills align with our needs.
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Submit Your Application:
- Online Application: Go to our website and complete the volunteer application form. Upload your resume and cover letter as required.
- Email Application: Send your resume and cover letter to JindiEarlyYears@bsl.org.au
with the subject line “Volunteer Application – [Your Name].”
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Attend an Interview:
- If your application meets our requirements, you will be contacted to schedule an interview. This allows us to discuss your interests and suitability for the role.
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Complete Background Checks:
- Depending on the role, you may need to complete a background check or provide references. We will guide you through this process.
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Training and Orientation:
- Once accepted, you will be invited to attend a training session and orientation to familiarize yourself with our programs and policies.
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Start Volunteering:
- After completing training, you will be assigned to your volunteer role and can begin making a positive impact in our community.
For any questions or assistance with the application process, please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at JindiEarlyYears@bsl.org.au or call us at [your contact number].
Thank you for your interest in supporting Jindi Family and Community Centre!
Please quote in application: Volunteer at Jindi Family and Community Centre via Pro Bono Australia.
