work for us – how to become a volunteer
We rely heavily on volunteers; we simply couldn’t deliver our work without their help, enthusiasm and commitment!
We are particularly recruiting for new Outreach Volunteers and Adult Learner Support Volunteers. Adult Learner Support Volunteers must be able to use British Sign Language to offer one to one support to learners in our classes who have hearing difficulties.
Outreach
Volunteers support tutors in our outreach classes by offering additional support to small groups of learners and one to one help with individuals. You will need a driving licence in this role as you will to drive our vehicles to transport equipment to support agencies in Manchester, and help the tutor to set up and dismantle equipment. Outreach courses include computers (using laptops), cookery and creative writing.
outreach volunteer role description
Adult Learner Support
Volunteers support tutors in our outreach classes by offering additional support to small groups of learners and one to one help with individuals. Our courses include Basic Skills, ICT, Art, Drama, Cookery and Guitar.
learning support volunteer role description
We are currently recruiting Volunteer Mentors and Life Coaches click here to read more about this role.
We very much value the work of our volunteers who help us in the other following roles:
Reception
Based on our main reception desk, volunteers welcome visitors to the centre, deal with enquiries and handle telephone calls as well as basic administrative duties such as filing and photocopying.
reception volunteer role description
Mentoring
Volunteers can complete further training to become a mentor. Mentors peovide one to one support and encouragement to leraners who are considering progressing onto further learning, voluntary work and employment.
skills for jobs mentor role description
General Maintenance (around the education centre)
Volunteers are involved in general maintenance of the education centre which involves painting and general DIY duties.
Please note, it can sometimes take a few months for a volunteering vacancy to arise in your preferred area. If you are interested in volunteering, you will need to send in an application form. Please download information about volunteering (below), or phone us on 0161 834 1661 and ask us to post you a volunteer pack.
How to become a volunteer
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