Our Current Vacancies

Are you passionate about building a brighter future for people with Down syndrome in our area? Are you looking for opportunities to work with an established, successful and friendly local charity which is making a real and lasting difference to families? Then have a look at our current opportunities for paid or voluntary work!

We are an equal opportunities employer.  We will support you and offer whatever training you need to fulfil your role.  Safeguarding is really important to us so all staff and volunteers must have, or be willing to undertake, an enhanced DBS check.  We are a friendly and welcoming team and you will have fun making a difference!

 

Employment Opportunities

Due to some recent hires to the team, we currently don't have any open employment opportunities, please do check in with us regularly to see when we have any new and exciting opportunities available.

 

Volunteering Opportunities

We are pleased to invite interest for the following volunteering opportunities:

Trustee Vacancy Role Description
Parent/Carer Trustee Role Description
Social Events Coordinator Role Description

For further information or to request an application form for the above roles, please email gillian@downrightspecial.co.uk

Down Syndrome Awareness Week March 2024

Down Syndrome Awareness Week takes place this year from the 18th of March to the 24th. This year's theme is "End the Stereotypes". Click here to find out how you can get involved this year.

 

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Friday Sessions

We're delighted to announce that our Winter sessions will continue to be face to face. We have the following dates to share.

January

12th

19th 26th

February

2nd

9th 23rd

Note half term on Friday 16th, so no session on this date.

March

1st

8th 15th 22nd

 

Can't attend a session?

Please let us know if you cannot attend a session - either contact your group leader direct, or contact the office on 01482 420160 or office@downrightspecial.co.uk

Friday Visitors

We regularly have visitors to our Friday sessions, whether they be healthcare professionals, friends from the community or old faces returning to have a catch up with us.