Interesting about this job
Would you like to make a real difference for refugee children and young people? As a volunteer at TeamUp, you will guide sports and exercise activities that bring structure, fun and support to their lives. These activities help them deal with emotions such as fear, anger and sadness in a playful way.
.Before you start, you attend a two-day training course so that you are well prepared to get started. Together with an enthusiastic team, you will go to a reception location (azc) in your neighbourhood every week at a fixed time.
At a fixed time, you will go to a reception location (azc) in your neighbourhood.
TeamUp is a programme by Save the Children and was developed together with UNICEF Netherlands and War Child.
Job tasks and duties
You will be part of an enthusiastic, international team of volunteers and professionals. Every week, you will supervise sports and exercise activities for children and young people (6-18 years old) at an asylum seekers' centre. The activities always have a theme and goal, such as friendship, cooperation or respect.
By being there for them every week, you will build a bond of trust. You provide structure, fun and connection. With you, children and young people feel heard, seen and supported. Meanwhile, you get good guidance from us and plenty of opportunities to develop yourself further.
In addition, you will have a monitoring role. You will learn how to recognise worrying behaviour and refer children to specialised care where necessary.
Job skills and qualities
This is you:
- You have a mature attitude and experience (due to working with children and young people up to 18 years).
- You have experience organising activities for children and young people or relevant work experience.
- You have a completed education (or are still studying) in pedagogy, education, social work or sports, games and movement.
- You are available for about 4 hours a week from about 14:00 (day and time vary by location).
- You are available for a longer period, stability is essential for this vulnerable group.
Working with children or young people?
TeamUp works with children (6 - 14 years) and young people (14-18 years). For both groups we are looking for volunteers with specific qualities:- Children: you are patient, caring and playful. You help them in their development and cooperation.
- Young people: you are energetic, persistent and empathetic. You use sports to motivate and engage them.
Do you have a preference or want to know more about this? Feel free to discuss this with our recruiters.
Extra information
What do we offer?
- The opportunity to directly mean something to refugee children and young people.
- Practical training on how to deliver the activities and work with refugee children and young people.
- A place in an international, professional and enthusiastic team.
- Counselling and stress management sessions.
- Volunteer events to share experiences.
- A travel allowance and reimbursement of any expenses.
- The opportunity to gain work experience in this field and further develop yourself;
Applicate now!
Want to make a difference, are you sporty and fit the profile? Then apply quickly. We will contact you as soon as possible.
The safety of children and young people is paramount at TeamUp. We do not accept any form of abuse. This issue is addressed in our recruitment and selection procedures.
TeamUp is made possible in part by the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund (AMIF)
Job information
| Job type | Volunteer Work, Suitable For Non-Dutch Speakers, Fit For Newcomers |
|---|---|
| Services | accident insurance, training, volunteer contract, expense allowance, travel expenses, Certificate of Good Conduct is required |
| Duration | 6 to 12 months |
| Hours per week | at least 4 hours, max 5 hours |
| Work hours of your own choosing? | No |
| monday morning, monday afternoon | |
| Location | AZC Groningen |
Organisation address and information
Save the Children
Laan van Nieuw Oost-Indië 131-K
2593 BM Den Haag
Website: https://www.sollicitatieteamup.nl/