Schoolreaders
Description of the role
Volunteers need to be over 18 and have a good level of written and spoken English. Our volunteers must be able to commit to a minimum of one hour each week for a full year during term time (although holidays can of course be taken) and will undergo an Enhanced DBS check, which is organised and paid for by the school.
You must be ethusiastic about working with children and inspiring in them a love of reading and books.
Practical Considerations
Volunteers will be matched with schools in their local areas and travel requirements will be discussed with volunteers after application when looking at suitable schools. Access and adaptations will be arranged by matched schools and Schoolreaders will ensure support for people with mobility/health impairments. Volunteers are unable to claim expenses.
Any specific requirements
- Requires References
- Requires Criminal Record Check (DBS)
- You must be 18 or over to apply
Where is the opportunity based?
The opportunity is across local schools in Bromsgrove and Redditch.
When is the opportunity available?
This opportunity will mean volunteering during school hours so between Monday to Friday.
About the organisation
Schoolreaders is a national literacy charity and we match volunteers with local primary schools to support children in improving their reading and comprehension skills, as well as developing their confidence and social skills.
Volunteers visit their matched school once a week for an hour or two during the school day where they work individually with children to help improve their reading ability and also their enjoyment of reading. Research shows that fewer and fewer children are reading for pleasure so volunteers spending 1:1 time with a children to enjoy books together is invaluable. Often our volunteers read with children who need extra support or who do not have anyone to read to outside of their classroom.
Bromsgrove and Redditch Network 