Join us at our boutique charity shop and support our friendly service users who have autism or a learning disability as they build their work experience and social skills. You’ll be supporting our members with all aspects of working in the shop in order for them to build well-rounded skills within the work place.
The shop is based in Chingford, E4
At the shop you will be paired with one of our members with a learning disability or autism. You'll support and encourage them to complete the job/role they have been given for that specific day and encourage them to practice their social skills by interacting with the public in a polite and friendly manner.
You will also encourage them to work as part of a team and engage socially with staff and volunteers present in the shop. You will build their confidence and encourage them to take on new challenges.
This is a great opportunity to get to know everyone at Kith & Kids: your fellow volunteers, some of our members you will be working with, and gives the opportunity to develop some new skills and expand your knowledge in our workshops.
Topics we cover include:
• Communication
• Autism
• Supporting emotions
• Safeguarding
• Creativity & Participation
• Epilepsy