The Community Learning team is currently recruiting Community Programs Volunteers to deliver regular sewing workshops at City of PAE Libraries. We are looking for volunteers who have a passion for sharing their skills with the community, as well as patience to teach and guide beginners. Volunteers are not expected to be experts, however a high level of sewing skills is preferable.

Responsibilities

• Support the City of PAE Libraries Community Learning team to deliver lifelong learning opportunities to the community.
• Facilitate adult beginners sewing workshops; Teaching how to operate a sewing machine safely, the basic functions of the Brother Sewing Machine, and how to do simple sewing projects such as making adjustments to clothing.
• Staff will support volunteers with preparation and group facilitation as required.

Requirements and Conditions

• National Police Check
• DHS Working with Children Check
• DHS Working with Vulnerable people Check

When and Where

• Workshops generally run for up to 2 hours, and can be monthly or more frequently dependent on availability. Days and time are negotiable, during normal Library operating hours.

• Volunteers will be based at Parks Library initially, with the option to offer workshops at Enfield, Greenacres or Port Adelaide Libraries if desired.