Iver Environment Centre/Groundwork South - Education Volunteer
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Iver Environment Centre is a 2.5-acre oasis located in the Colne Valley between Uxbridge and Slough. We offer a range of KS1 & KS2 education programmes and activities for Primary School children, designed to help children and families reconnect with nature. Our skilled and experienced educators deliver engaging, hands-on learning activities, encouraging children to explore and understand the natural world and apply their scientific enquiry skills. We also run a packed programme of fun and educational holiday activities for children and families, including pond dipping, mini-beast hunts, woodland survival, den building and crafts.
Details of the Volunteering Opportunity:
Main Tasks:
- Assisting with educational activities at Iver Environment Centre (school visits, children’s activities, family learning, adult learning and birthday parties). This may include, but is not limited to:
- Handing out resources
- Preparing and setting up equipment
- Welcoming people, directing them and answering questions
- Teaching or demonstrating activities (dependant on individual)
- Tidying, cleaning and washing up
- Inspiring visitors with enthusiasm for the natural world
- Manning our pop up café/shop
- Ensuring a fantastic experience for visitors to our site
- Devising online activities and resources
- Representing IEC at events such as festivals – manning a stall with fun activities to raise awareness
- Ensuring our site is safe and welcoming for visitors
Skills Required:
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrable commitment to equal opportunities
- Ecological awareness or willingness to learn
- Experience working with children (preferred)
- An interest in the aims of Iver Environment Centre
Additional Benefits:
- Free training
- Volunteering Hours go towards the Brunel Volunteers Awards