Volunteer - Swimming Buddy
| Posting date: | 27 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 25 December 2025 |
| Location: | Glasgow City, G33 4NG |
| Company: | Real Life Options |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG3708-LC1451002GlaVSB |
Summary
Volunteer Opportunity: Swimming Support Buddy
Do you enjoy swimming, being active, and making a positive difference in someone’s week? We’re looking for a friendly, reliable volunteer to buddy up with a support worker and a person we support during his weekly swimming session.
About the Role
As a Swimming Support Buddy, you’ll accompany him to the pool, provide encouragement, help with confidence in the water, and be a supportive presence throughout the session. You don’t need to be a pro swimmer—just comfortable in the water and happy to help someone enjoy an activity they love.
What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting a gentleman with additional needs during a weekly swim
Offering reassurance, prompts, and positive company
Helping create a fun, safe, and relaxed environment
Building a friendly, consistent connection
✨ What We’re Looking For
Warm, patient, and enthusiastic individuals
Confident swimmers (no advanced skills required!)
Good communication skills
Commitment to one session per week
Reliability and a sense of fun
A commitment to Real Life Options’ values: Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, and Excellence
What You’ll Gain
A rewarding experience and meaningful connection
The chance to make a real difference in someone’s wellbeing
Increased confidence and new skills
Plenty of smiles and feel-good moments
If you’re someone who loves being in the water and wants to help someone else enjoy it too, we’d love to hear from you!
Make waves. Make memories. Volunteer with us! ✨
Do you enjoy swimming, being active, and making a positive difference in someone’s week? We’re looking for a friendly, reliable volunteer to buddy up with a support worker and a person we support during his weekly swimming session.
About the Role
As a Swimming Support Buddy, you’ll accompany him to the pool, provide encouragement, help with confidence in the water, and be a supportive presence throughout the session. You don’t need to be a pro swimmer—just comfortable in the water and happy to help someone enjoy an activity they love.
What You’ll Be Doing
Supporting a gentleman with additional needs during a weekly swim
Offering reassurance, prompts, and positive company
Helping create a fun, safe, and relaxed environment
Building a friendly, consistent connection
✨ What We’re Looking For
Warm, patient, and enthusiastic individuals
Confident swimmers (no advanced skills required!)
Good communication skills
Commitment to one session per week
Reliability and a sense of fun
A commitment to Real Life Options’ values: Respect, Honesty, Responsibility, and Excellence
What You’ll Gain
A rewarding experience and meaningful connection
The chance to make a real difference in someone’s wellbeing
Increased confidence and new skills
Plenty of smiles and feel-good moments
If you’re someone who loves being in the water and wants to help someone else enjoy it too, we’d love to hear from you!
Make waves. Make memories. Volunteer with us! ✨
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