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Hands On Maintenance Volunteer.

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The experience

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Carpentry and Roofing Specialist to volunteer at our school. This role involves carrying out a range of carpentry tasks including building, repairs, and general maintenance, as well as overseeing roofing works to ensure the school’s facilities remain safe, functional, and well maintained.

What you offer

25 hours of help per week

Arts: Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.

Painting & Decorating: Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.

Building & Repairing: Help with a wide range of repairs or building.

Additional fee required

Amount: € 10 Per day

Description: Volunteers are asked to contribute €10 to cover the costs of food and accommodation during their stay. This contribution helps ensure that all necessary amenities are provided while you are volunteering.

What you get

2 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Shared Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.

Team Dorm: You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.

Breakfast: You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.

Lunch: You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Get free drinks or beverages.: Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.

Pick Up: We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.

Dance classes: Take free dance classes at our place.

Language lessons: Take free language classes at our place.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Certificate: Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Requirements

Beginner English

Over 18 years old

Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers

What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

Program Details

We are inviting a skilled and passionate Carpentry and Roofing Specialist to volunteer at our school and make a lasting difference in our learning environment. In this role, you will use your hands on expertise to carry out carpentry work such as construction, repairs, and general maintenance, while also supporting roofing projects that help keep our classrooms safe, secure, and comfortable.
We are looking for someone with experience in both carpentry and roofing who is confident working independently, takes pride in quality workmanship, and enjoys solving practical challenges. Your skills will directly contribute to improving school facilities and creating a better space for children to learn and grow.
This is a meaningful opportunity to share your expertise, give back to the community, and be part of a project that has a real and positive impact on our school and the lives of our childrens.

Activities & Shift

Activities:
•Carpentry Tasks
Volunteers will build and repair wooden structures across the school, including furniture, fixtures, and classroom elements. This may involve constructing shelves, doors, desks, and other essential wooden structures that support daily school activities.

•Roofing Work
Volunteers will assist with inspecting and repairing roofs, replacing damaged roofing materials, and ensuring all roofing structures are secure and weatherproof to prevent leaks and related damage.

•Maintenance
General maintenance work will be carried out to keep all carpentry and roofing components in good condition and ensure a safe, functional school environment.
Shifts and Schedule.

•Duration
Volunteers are typically scheduled for five hour shifts.
•Days
Volunteer activities are usually arranged for five days per week, depending on project needs and volunteer availability.
•Hours
Shifts generally include morning and afternoon sessions, aligned with the school’s operating hours to accommodate different schedules.

Volunteer Requirements
Volunteers should have prior experience in carpentry and roofing and be flexible and ready to adapt to different tasks as project needs change. A positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to work within a school environment are highly valued.

Rules

Rules and Guidelines
•Confidentiality
Volunteers must maintain strict confidentiality regarding any sensitive information encountered during their service. Any concerns or issues should be shared only with the Director.
•Appropriate Dress
Volunteers are expected to wear modest, practical clothing suitable for a school environment and hands on work. Revealing outfits should be avoided at all times.
•Security
Personal belongings should be kept secure in your room. For safety and privacy reasons, volunteers are not permitted to share personal contact details with anyone.
•Safety
Volunteers should not leave the project site without prior approval from the project coordinator. This is to ensure personal safety and proper accountability at all times.
•Gifts and Donations
All gifts and donations must be coordinated through the school administration and should not be given directly to individual recipients.

Your role as a volunteer is essential in maintaining safe, functional school facilities and in making a meaningful and lasting contribution to our school community.