Vacancies

Cluny Hub Toddler Group Volunteer

Where: Cluny Hub, St Luke's Community Hub, 1–3 Cluny Square, Southend SS2 4AF
When: Thursdays | 9:15am – 11:45am
(Toddler session runs 10:00am – 11:15am)

Purpose of the Role

To support a fun, welcoming, and inclusive weekly toddler session for local families, helping create a safe space for children to play and parents/carers to connect.

You’ll Be Great for This Role If You Are:

• Friendly, open, and reliable
• Comfortable engaging with children and adults
• Respectful, sensitive, and aware of confidentiality
• A good listener with effective communication skills
• Supportive of parents and keen to help them connect with others and access community support
• Aware of safeguarding responsibilities (training provided)
• Experienced or interested in working with children

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Setting up the space before the session
• Welcoming families and supporting sign-in
• Engaging children through play and activities
• Chatting with parents/carers and signposting where appropriate
• Preparing and serving refreshments/snacks
• Helping with tidy-up and pack-down

Important Info

DBS Check: Enhanced DBS required (we can fund and support this process)
Training: Online safeguarding & role-specific training required
Commitment:

• Minimum 2.5 hours per week
• Willingness to attend regular supervision
• Occasional recording/notes where required

Please complete our simple application form below, ensuring you attach your recent CV.