Beacock Library - Adult Program Volunteer - Knitting ( Volunteers must be 19+)
To support and assist staff at a Library with a drop-in knitting program for adults. Various hours as required by the program or the Library location.
Location:
Time Commitment: 1 shift a month, shifts are 1.5 hrs in length and take place on the first Thursday of the month, starting January 8th, 2026. From 1:45 - 3:15 pm
What You’ll Do:
- Act as a friendly and approachable facilitator for our drop-in knitting program.
- Encourage participants of all skill levels to join in and have fun.
- Share tips, tricks, and simple techniques to help people improve.
- Create a welcoming and inclusive space for knitting and crocheter lovers to connect and socialize together.
- Do not worry, this is not a formal instructional role
Who You Are:
- A confident knitter/ crocheter with a love for community engagement.
- Comfortable guiding small groups in conversation
- Patient, friendly, and able to adapt to the needs of beginner and intermediate crafters
Age requirement: 18+
Skills & qualifications:
- reliable and on time
- positive customer service attitude
- welcoming and patient
- ability to coach others
- creative and open to learning new things
- Successful completion of a Criminal Records Check for 18+
Training & Other requirements:
- Training will be provided at the library as needed
Benefits:
- engaging opportunity to assist the Library in a volunteer capacity
- learn about the London community and your Library
- networking and social connection with other volunteers, staff, and ukulele players
- practice and potential improvement of your ukulele skills
- be part of a positive, inclusive, and welcoming team.
This is a unique opportunity to bring people together through the fibre arts. We’d love to hear from you!
* currently seeking 2-3 volunteers to support this program