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Session Volunteers for Climbing Programme

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Description

Urban Uprising was launched in the UK in 2017 with the aim to improve the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of young people struggling to elevate themselves. Since then our programmes in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Bristol have reached hundreds of young people and seen their confidence, self-reliance and resilience grow alongside their climbing skills.

Due to growing success, the team is now starting a new project in Aberdeen and recruiting Session Volunteers. This is a crucial role in the successful delivery of our unique climbing programme, with individuals being responsible for helping to run climbing sessions alongside qualified instructors, creating a consistent experience for groups and participants, and providing participants with a positive role model.

It is a hugely rewarding role. Through a structured programme, you will help young people learn how to climb safely and responsibly, but also gain improved self-esteem, develop life and employment skills, find adventure and a sense of community.

If you wish to be considered for the role, please complete the form accessed through the following link: bit.ly/UUvolunteer

For more information or further details please contact Ben Campbell, Project Coordinator at email: ben@urbanuprising.org / tel.: 07754622448 / web: https://www.urbanuprising.org/support-us

Organisation aims and objectives

Urban Uprising was launched in the UK in 2017 with the aim to improve the physical, social and emotional wellbeing of young people struggling to elevate themselves. Since then our programmes have reached hundreds of young people and seen their confidence, self-reliance and resilience grow alongside their climbing skills.

Frequency and commitment details

Flexible times available to volunteer. All help is greatly appreciated.

Restrictions

Experience required: -Experience communicating with young people. -An interest in climbing or other adventure sports. -An interest in youth development.
Travel details: Urban Uprising are working in partnership with Transition Extreme Sports (Links Rd, Aberdeen AB24 5NN). All sessions will be held within this venue and volunteers are asked to provide their own transport, with travel expenses covered up to £10.
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: Travel expenses up to a limit of £10 will be quickly paid following completion of a reimbursement form.
Training details: Excellent support and relevant training is provided. There are several training and development opportunities for our volunteers, including: ● Red cross or St Andrews First Aid; ● NSPPC Safeguarding Children; ● Professional climbing qualifications; ● Personal development through induction and ongoing reviews.
Support: Named Contact For Volunteer,
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