This is a really rewarding role, that is essential to our mission to teach adults to read. We are looking for two volunteers .One to be Coordinator for the Brighton area, and another to be Coordinator for the Worthing area.
As a Coordinator, you will be, Acting as the first point of contact for adults who want to learn to read ('Readers') making them feel safe and welcome Enrolling and assessing new Readers ,Pairing each new Reader with a Reading Coach Supporting reading pairs by phone and visiting coaching sessions Liaising with the team's Literacy Specialist Assisting in interviewing new coaches Reporting progress of reading pairs to the Management Team and Attending coach meetings (approx every 8 weeks) Attending some Management Team meetings (3+ times per year) Maintaining confidentiality of Readers.
What skills do I need?
A passion for supporting others to achieve their goals, reading or coaching . Good communication and people skills. A non- judgemental attitude and respect for others .A commitment to maintaining confidentiality. Reasonable confidence in using IT (Microsoft 365) - The ability to work independently and as part of a team. A willingness to ask for support from the Management Team. A willingness to abide by Read Easy policies and procedures - Energy and enthusiasm and an average of at least 2-3 hours a week to commit to the role
Interests
- Employment, Education and Training
Activities
- Administration and Office
Details
- Accessibility
Mainly working from home - Age restrictions
Must be over 18. - DBS check required
Read Easy Central Sussex will facilitate a DBS check - Disability and Access Support
Mainly working from home - Driving Licence & Vehicle Required
It will probably be easier to meet with Readers and reading pairs if you have your own transport. Though it should be possible to do this role using public transport. - Equal Opportunities Policy
From Read Easy UK - Expenses reimbursed
Read Easy Central Sussex pays limited expenses for the Coordinator role (e.g. mileage) and will pay for phone usage (dedicated mobile number) - Health and Safety Policy
From Read Easy UK And Safeguarding Policy - Ongoing support
From the Read Easy Central Sussex management team and Read Easy UK - Training provided
By Read Easy UK - Volunteer induction
From Read Easy UK - Volunteer Policy
From Read Easy UK - Volunteers covered by insurance
Via Read Easy UK - Wheelchair Access
Mainly working from home - Written role description
From Read Easy UK
When can I volunteer?
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Availability Details
You 'll need to be based in or close to Brighton (for the Brighton Coordinator) or Worthing (for the Worthing Coordinator). You 'll be working mainly from home, but will need to meet new Readers at times and places convenient for them. You 'll also need to visit reading pairs at coaching sessions. Reading pairs meet twice a week for 30-minutes, year round in the same public venue (e.g. a library). You 'll also need to attend Coach Meetings and some Management Team meetings. Both are likely to be early evening meetings. Management Team meetings are online or in the Brighton area. The number of reading pairs you support will depend on the time you have available for the role.
Location
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
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