Coram Beanstalk Trained Reading Helper

Coram Beanstalk

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Our trained volunteers are at the heart of what we do. Each week they are in primary schools delivering fun, interactive, reading experiences. They provide one-to-one support to children, giving them the help and encouragement they need to find books that inspire and delight, setting children on a path to become readers for life.


Benefits

Full training

Ongoing support from a dedicated support rep,

Learning & development opportunities and an online resource and community

Practical Considerations

You will need to be able to make a regular, weekly commitment for a minimum of one afternoon each week. Session usually run approx. 1pm-3/3.30pm. 

Skills

You will need to feel comfortable in a school environment, be able to complete an enhanced level DBS check and have a love of reading. We need people who can commit to a consistent weekday afternoon throughout the school year and who are proactive. 

When do I need to be available?

Details You will need to be able to make a regualr, weekly commitment, one afternoon each week throughout the school year. As we invest in your training we'd love it if you can commit to us for at least a year. Many of our volunteers stay much longer!
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  • Details
  • Disabled Access
    School dependent
  • Equal Opportunities Policy or Statement
  • Expenses
    Up to 5 miles travel expenses
  • Health and Safety
  • Induction
  • Insurance Cover for Volunteers
  • Other
  • Suitable for 13 - 16 years
  • Suitable for 16 - 18 years
  • Suitable for a group of volunteers
  • Suitable only for (e.g. 18+, LGBT, BAME, Women only)
  • Support on Offer
    Once trained we provide ongoing support through additional training sessions, a volunteer portal, a dedicated support rep for each volunteer and monthly communications.
  • This role is adaptable for different abilities
  • Training
    All reading helpers must complete our training