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Title

Clock Specialist

Organisation

Emmaus Village Carlton

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Website

https://emmaus.org.uk/village-carlton/ This link will open a new window.

What you will be doing

Emmaus Village Carlton is a homelessness charity based in north Bedfordshire offering active support to formerly homeless people. We offer companions a home, as well as meaningful work in one of our social enterprises.

We're located on the outskirts of Carlton, 10 miles from Bedford and on the border of Northamptonshire and Buckinghamshire, less than 20 miles from Milton Keynes.

Emmaus Village Carlton is currently based on one single 6 hectare site. There are three trading buildings open to the public, an ‘Under 1 Roof’ building for sorting of donated goods, a waste recycling area, offices, gardens and grounds, playing fields, three residential houses for beneficiaries, and staff accommodation.

The community consists of a Bistro, and a range of shops that gives visitors the chance to browse, shop, eat drink and relax – all in the peaceful surroundings of the Bedfordshire countryside.

In Emmaus, volunteers are an important resource and make a vital contribution to Emmaus’ aim to take action to help disadvantaged people. Emmaus therefore encourages, develops and supports volunteer involvement in its work.

Activities

Practical Work & DIY,Building & Construction

Skills & Attributes

Building & Maintenance

Skills Description

• Aptitude and understanding of mechanics • Enthusiasm for old items • Understanding of antique pieces • Experience of working with wood / repairing items • Familiarity with working with hand tools / safety • Interest in clocks and restoration • Ability to engage with people / customers • Willingness to have a go and learn

What is in it for you

Full Induction Paid travel expenses Ongoing training Volunteer socials 20% discount in our on site shops

Time Commitment

10:00 - 16:00 on a Wednesday (to start with for induction and training) - can be some flexibility later on with regards to day

Driving Licence & Vehicle Required

Travel Expenses

Available in multiple locations

Further location details may be provided below.

Contact Person

Debbie Litchfield

Role Address

Emmaus Village Carlton School Lane Carlton Beds

Postcode (See Google maps below)

MK43 7LQ

Directions

By Car From Bedford take the A428 towards Northampton. When you get to the village of Turvey take a right just after the Village Hall on to Carlton Road then take the first left and follow this road until to get to School Lane where you will see a signpost for Emmaus, follow the lane all the way to the top. If you are travelling from Northampton direction when you arrive in to Turvey take a left before zebra crossing on to Carlton Road then take a right and follow this road until to get to School Lane, where you will see a signpost for Emmaus, follow the lane all the way to the top. Public transport Buses run from Rushden and Bedford for timetables see the Grant Palmer website, bus route 25 stops in the village of Carlton and you would need to walk ½ mile along Turvey Road to get to School Lane from the bus stop. There are no buses on Sundays or Bank Holidays.

Number of volunteers required

How to find out more

GetInvolved@emmausvc.org