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Kingston University Studentsí Union,
Penrhyn Road,
Kingston upon Thames,
Surrey,
KT1 2EE

Tel: 0208 547 8868
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Bedelsford School

Bedelsford School provides a stimulating environment for pupils aged 2 - 17 years with a wide range of physical disabilities and a variety of complex needs. Founded in 1905, the school has evolved to meet the changing needs of children who require a range of therapies alongside their education. The school caters for pupils with profound and multiple learning disabilities as well as those who need expert medical support, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, speech and language teaching and occupational therapy. There are a range of ways that volunteers can get

involved at this lovely school. You can provide support with classroom based activities, sports lessons, school productions and swimming trips. Volunteers are needed to support the physiotherapist sessions and could work alongside the various other therapists based at the school. Anyone who could run specialist activities like photography or hair and make up sessions would be welcomed. Or you might chose just to spend half an hour over a lunch hour chatting and socialising with the pupils. For more information contact Celina

MEND

MEND is a lifestyle change programme for over-weight children and their families. It tries to reduce obesity levels through a combination of exercise, knowledge and nutrition. It runs projects for kids of 8-11 years in Kingston combining an hour of water or land-based exercise, and an hour of theory. MEND are looking for people to help publicise the programme, and to help run the classes. The class role would involve helping set up the activities, assisting with the exercises (joining in if you like!) and helping children/ parents with the theory sessions.The publicity role would involve helping MEND spread the word about the scheme, and collect and record the children’s data to track their progress. For more information contact Alex Unfortunately this opportunity is currently full, we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. Please refer to the directory for similar opportunities that may be of interest.

St John Ambulance

On a national scale, St John Ambulance has the largest response capability of any voluntary society. It participates in the National Voluntary Associations Emergency Committee, which is responsible for the national co-ordination and involvement of voluntary organisations in time of war or national disaster. The St John Ambulance provides invaluable assistance at country fairs and events where there are going to be large crowds of people. It is also a place of learning, with the majority of the UK public choosing to learn vital skills in First Aid from fully qualified St John Ambulance trainers across the country. You will be trained in first aid to the highest standard and will accompany an ambulance to many of the large fairs and county events around Surrey and possibly further a field. Very often you may only deal with cut fingers, yet on the rare occasion you will be responsible for a more serious health hazard and have to accompany someone to hospital. For more information contact Alex

Walking for Health

‘Walking for Health’ has a variety of different walks and schemes throughout the borough benefiting all levels of fitness. These walks are beneficial for people who are trying to reduce problems with heart disease, strokes and osteoporosis. The walks also aid recovery from major surgery as part of rehabilitation. However, the major benefit is tackling obesity and keeping people fit. You will lead one of the scheduled walks ensuring that the participants are walking at a comfortable pace. There is generally one lead walker at the front and one at the back to cater for both fast and slow walkers. You will follow the tailored walks by doing a warm-up, a pulse raiser and a brisk walk without over exertion then the cool down. Walks last 60-90 minutes, often with a scheduled stop for a coffee and a chat. For more information contact Alex

Young People’s Services

The Young People’s Service works with young people in the borough over the age of 13 and their services include social workers, the youth offending team, a substance misuse worker, the young living website and teen pregnancy workers. There two roles available: Administrative Assistant: The role involves supporting the work of the team with office based assistance: filing, typing letters, organising, data entry, answering calls, restocking leaflets and sending emails. These tasks would be quite flexible, and the volunteer would have access to a computer. Teen Dreem helper: Teendream is an under 18 club night which usually runs 4 times a year during half-term and school holidays, and takes place at The Works nightclub in Kingston. Volunteers help run the juice bar, which involves making (non alcoholic) cocktails and ensuring the bar area is kept clean and free from used glasses. For more information contact Alex

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