Volunteer to mind preschool children while parents in the class
Looking for childcare volunteers to supervise play for pre-school children while their mothers are learning English. Mothers and children will be in the same room and children will be in eyesight of their mothers.
ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
Jesuit Social Services is a social change organisation working to build a just society where all people can live to their full potential. Since 1977, Jesuit Social Services has provided services to some of the most disadvantaged in our community. We place a high priority on advocacy and are a leader in policy development and research. Jesuit Social Services is a Child Safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing a family-friendly working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Jesuit Community College provides people with real skills for life, learning and work. It draws on the rich tradition of Jesuit education committed to ‘care of the whole person’ and development of active and informed citizens. Through our College, we help individuals, and by extension their families and communities, reach their full potential.
OUTLINE OF VOLUNTEER'S SKILLS AND EXPECTATIONS
- Help facilitate and supervise playgroup activities: like stories, rhymes
- Play and talk to children and their parents
- Ensure the safety and welfare of children
- Share knowledge and skills with other volunteers
**CONFIRMED VOLUNTEERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO: **
- Have understanding and sympathy with the mission and ethos of Jesuit Social Services
- Comply with relevant legislation including Jesuit Social Services policies and procedure
- Have valid Working with Children Check
- Successful interview, referee check, and Police Check conducted by Jesuit Social Services (at no cost for volunteers)