Branch Social Group Volunteer (North Lanarkshire Branch Wishaw Coffee Group)

We have 116 volunteer-led branches across the UK, covering almost three quarters of the country. We also have online branches for autistic people with a shared interest, identity or experience. Our hard-working volunteers run support, information and social activities for autistic adults, children and their families in their local area. They also organise and join in with fundraising and campaigning.

Our branches run a huge range of activities, one of which are Social Groups. These groups provide a friendly and safe space for parents and families seeking support. They provide an opportunity for families to meet others who are also living with a family member who is autistic.

As a Branch Social Group Volunteer, you will locate and secure a venue, follow NAS branch policies, and provide a friendly face to those coming along to the activities. Branch Social Groups are regular activities but can be flexible to match your lifestyle.

Do you have personal experience with autism and want to make a difference in your local community? Being a few hours a month, this role can fit around your responsibilities and you can decide when you would like to volunteer. We know our volunteers have busy lives and we do our best to fit around you.

The role is fully supported by the regional Senior Branch Engagement Officer and the other branch volunteers. You will receive full guidance and training for everything you’ll need to do.

How you’ll hear about your application

Once you’ve applied, you’ll receive notifications to the email address you apply with. Sometimes the emails we send about your application go into junk folders. We will keep in touch with you through an email address ending in @NAS.goassemble.com, do check your junk folder for confirmation of your application and other messages from us.

When and where

1st Thursday afternoon of each month at the Morrison's Cafe, Wishaw.

Support

• Designated Senior Branch Engagement Officer to answer any queries and provide support.
• Written guidance on a range of branch communications.
• You must complete any requested eLearning modules before you start volunteering. Your Senior Branch Engagement Officer will explain what you need to complete.
• Insurance cover for all branch activities.
• Agreed expenses reimbursed for attendance at any event organised by the branch support team

By applying for this role you are agreeing to have your application form shared with the volunteer branch chair of the branch you are applying to volunteer with in accordance with GDPR.