Description
Role purpose We’re looking for volunteers to act as crew on board our canal boat All Aboard on Edinburgh’s Union Canal. The boat takes various groups on short cruises throughout the week, ranging from young people, families and adults supported by charity People Know How to members of the Polwarth Church community. Groups will be engaging in charity projects ranging from themed clubs to wellbeing support, or spiritual events held by the church. As the groups on the boat vary, a willingness to engage with different communities is essential.
Organisation aims and objectives
People Know How is a Scottish social innovation charity founded in 2013 on the principle that people know how to identify their needs and the solutions that will help them fulfil their potential and solve social issues. People often don’t realise that they know how, and that’s where we come in – unlocking ideas for a better future, today. We call this social innovation. People Know How aims to achieve three main outcomes: > Ensure positive school transitions for all children and young people > Eliminate data poverty through connectivity for all > Establish social innovation in the public consciousness
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Frequency and commitment details
Flexible
Restrictions
Physical Fitness, Ability to drive, etc.) We ask that you are happy to be outdoors in all weather, and have a friendly positive attitude.
Please note this role also has a physical aspect to it. We will be happy to talk about the volunteers needs in the i
Experience required: Some experience on a canal boat would be advantageous, but not essential
Minimum age: 18
Support
Expenses paid: Yes
Taster available: Yes
Taster details: The potential volunteer is welcome to come meet the All Aboard Coordinator, and see the boat.
Training details: As part of People Know How, you will receive:
• Guidance on using our systems including Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Teams
• Full induction training to familiarise yourself with the charity and volunteer procedures
• Role-specific training where the role and any safeguarding and emergency procedures will be explained as well as the other procedures in place on the boat
• Regular support from the All Aboard Coordinator, and the VIP officer if needed.
Support:
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