Trike Support Volunteer – Chailey Heritage Foundation
About this organisation
Living with complex disabilities can be overwhelming and isolating.
Our Charity is here for children and young people living with physical disabilities, complex medical and communication needs. We’re here to listen and explore life-changing possibilities together.
Our outstanding school, welcoming residential homes and bustling centre combining gym and art therapy, a farm and café create a thriving community of support. Our expert team dedicate time, patience and curiosity to nurturing the potential of every child and young person who comes to us.
By sharing our skills and expertise within and beyond our sector, more children and young people are able to benefit from our approaches.
About this opportunity
We’re looking for two enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to support young people with complex disabilities to ride their specialist trikes as part of their physiotherapy sessions. This isn’t just cycling — it is about improving coordination, muscle tone and independence.
What you will do
Working alongside our experienced Education Assistants you will:
Help set up specialist trikes following individual physiotherapy programmes
Support safe transfers using a hoist (full training provided)
Walk alongside the trike, ensuring stability and safety
Encourage and motivate young people to achieve their personal goals
Be part of those incredible goal reached moments
Every session is tailored to the young person — and your support helps make it happen.
What you will bring:
A genuine enthusiasm for supporting young people with disabilities
Reliability and a flexible, positive attitude
Ability to follow written guidance and work under supervision
Physical ability to walk while supporting a trike
What we will provide:
Be part of a friendly and supportive team
Induction training and other learning relevant to your role
Support through your named contact and the Volunteer Coordinator
Reasonable expenses
All volunteers will need an enhanced DBS check and two references as part of our Safeguarding policy. We will reimburse travel expenses. This position is only open to those aged 16 or over.
The role is term time only for a couple of hours on a day which suits the volunteer.
For more information
For more information please either come in and see us at Wealden Volunteering, or call us on 01825 760019, or email us at office@wealdenvolunteering.org.uk