Allsorts Office Volunteer

Allsorts Office Volunteer

Organisation role · Flexible hours
Brunel Mall, London Rd, Stroud GL5 2BP, UK
Reading & Writing
People with disabilitiesChildren & youthCommunity & family
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Summary

We’re looking for an Office Volunteer who will be essential in maintaining the smooth running of the office environment.

Detailed description

Are you someone who likes efficient processes? Do you enjoy being in an office environment? Are you able to handle multiple tasks efficiently? We’re looking for an Office Volunteer who will be essential in maintaining the smooth running of the office environment. Your contributions will directly impact the overall efficiency and welcoming atmosphere of Allsorts.

Why do we need you?

Allsorts is a pioneering local charity that supports families who have disabled children. Strongly rooted in the local community, we want to involve as many people as we can in building an inclusive Gloucestershire where people with disabilities and additional needs are included and able to contribute.

How much time should you offer? When would you be needed? Where will you be based?

·      We would ask you to volunteer for one morning or afternoon during the week

·      This role is based at The Allsorts Office in Stroud.

What activities will you be involved in?

·      Stock management:

o  Keeping track of stationery and office supplies inventory

o  Ensure adequate stock levels are maintained and replenish supplies as needed.

·      Media logging:

o  Log photos and videos, ensuring accurate documentation

o  Record consent preferences for media content

o  Organise and categorise media files for easy retrieval

·      Front desk duties

o  Serve as the welcoming face of the office

o  Greet and assist members, visitors and staff

What can you gain from this opportunity?

1.   Valuable office experience

2.   Opportunity to develop communication and organisational skills

3.   Ongoing support and supervision.

4.   Making a difference to families who have children with disabilities and additional needs.

5.   Experience in working with office IT systems and processes.

6.   Experience of working with an innovative and growing organisation

7.   Getting involved in your local community

8.   Reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses as defined in Allsorts’ volunteer policy

Is there an induction and training?

  • You will receive a full induction before you start

What are we looking for?

·      Someone with strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail and accuracy.

·      Someone who enjoys learning new systems and processes.

·      Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

·      Ability to handles multiple tasks efficiently

·      Someone who can work within policies and procedures to ensure that data is handled safely and securely.

·      Someone who is comfortable volunteering in a busy office environment.

What volunteers need😇 Disclosure and Barring Service

What we will provide to volunteers

💸 Reimbursement of costs🤝 Extra support

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About Allsorts

What is Allsorts?
Allsorts provides activities and support groups for children and young adults with additional needs and their families in Gloucestershire. We currently support 341 families, which equates to over 1,361 individuals.

What is Allsorts mission?
To make Gloucestershire an inclusive community in which families with children with additional needs feel supported, included, and able to contribute. Allsorts strives to help members forge new friendships, try new things, and most importantly reduce isolation.

What does Allsorts offer to members?
Sports and Fitness Activities including:
Trampoline club, Football, Softball – a sport similar to Rounders, Boccia – an inclusive sport similar to Boules

Clubs and Activities including:
Baby and Toddler Groups, Toy Library lending drop-in sessions, Gaming Club, Sibling Club, Friday night Youth Club

Support Groups including:
Grandparents Group and Parent and Carer Group

Family Trips – for example to local attractions supported by the Allsorts Support Workers

Where is Allsorts based?
Allsorts Activity Hub on the third floor in Brunel Mall, Stroud.

Allsorts Toy Library
The Allsorts Toy Library, based in the Activity Hub has over 1,000 specialist toys and pieces of equipment.
Each item is designed to make fun and learning accessible for every child with an additional need.

The Hub also has a Sensory room and Music room and is equipped with state-of-the-art sensory ceiling lighting throughout.

Allsorts is also one of the few places in Gloucestershire to have a Changing Places facility which anyone with a need in the local community can use.

The Hub is also the base for positive and friendly support groups, including:
• Parent and carer support groups
• Drop-in advice sessions (EHCP and Positive Behaviour Support)
• Baby sensory play groups
• Toddler play sessions
• Toy library lending drop in sessions