Stuart Thomson
Volunteer Coordinator
Me & My Role:
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The Sports Volunteer Project aims to increase sport and physical activity in the Prestonpans, Musselburgh and Tranent areas by increasing the number of people volunteering with a local sports club or at a community sports event.
How we can help
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Provide a supported pathway to volunteering opportunities.
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Give access training (first aid, admin, catering etc) & Coach Education (UKCC, SFA. Fit2Coach, etc).
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Identify opportunities that meet the interests and availability of the volunteer.
Key benefits for the volunteer
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Gain experience
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Use their skills & gain new ones
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Sense of achievement
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Do something you enjoy
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Gain a Saltire Award
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Get a certificate
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Improve self-confidence
Who is it for?
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People, young or old, looking to help their community develop employability skills
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Sports students looking for practical experience or a placement
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Individuals interested in a sports related career
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Coaches wanting to increase their coaching qualifications
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Anyone looking for a sports role within a local sports club.
For example: coach, talent scout, sport psychologist, strength & condition coach, sport therapist,
physiotherapist, match analysis, etc
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Anyone wanting to help their local sports club in a support role.
For example: admin, catering, ground maintenance, media, marketing & fundraising, mini bus drivers, web design & social media, finance, event staff, journalism, etc