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?
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- Interests
- Children
- Activities
- Teaching and Training
- Details
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Disabled Access
School dependent - Equal Opportunities Policy or Statement
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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)
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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
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Training
All reading helpers must complete our training


