As part of our social and special interest groups, RNIB Edinburgh and Lothians are seeking a Dance Tutor to open up the fun and pleasure of dancing to our blind and partially sighted clients.
RNIB Edinburgh and Lothians provides comprehensive services to blind and partially sighted people within the region, including statutory social work, rehabilitation and low vision services. It also provides a wide range of activities and services supported by volunteers.
The role is subject to membership of the PVG Scheme.
What will I be doing?
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Assisting clients to learn basic dance steps
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Demonstrating and instructing volunteers
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Organising appropriate music for each dance
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Sighted guide assistance when required
What skills can I bring to this role?
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Good knowledge of dance
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Patient, reliable and flexible
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Excellent communication skills
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Friendly, outgoing personality
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Enthusiastic
When will I be needed?
Clients access a wide variety of daytime and evening activities lasting between 2-4 hours.
Location
RNIB Scotland
12 Hillside Crescent
Edinburgh
EH7 5DZ
What will I gain from the role?
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Practical experience of working with blind/partially sighted people
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The enjoyment of meeting a wide range of people with different lives and experiences
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A sense of satisfaction from sharing an ongoing hobby or interest
What support will I be given?
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Induction
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Understanding Sight Loss Pack
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Expenses - all out of pocket expenses will be reimbursed including expenses to attend training
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Supervision and support from your volunteer
How do I apply?
To apply for this role please complete and return the
Application form (Word 79KB) to
volunteering@rnib.org.uk
If you would like the application form in a different format (such as standard print, large print, braille or audio) or if you have any general enquiries, please contact the Volunteering Team on: 0845 603 0575 or 01733 37 54 50 or email
volunteering@rnib.org.uk