The Role: GCSE Academic Coach
- You will plan and deliver weekly academic coaching sessions to 3-5 pupils (either Maths, English or Science)
- Sessions are around 60-75 minutes long, and typically after school (around 3-4pm)
- Sessions will run face-to-face at one of our partner schools, or online
- You will form part of a wider community of volunteers, both on your programme and beyond!
In this role you can help young people from disadvantaged backgrounds build confidence, independence and resilience in their learning.
By volunteering with us, you will…
- Gain transferable skills in leadership, communication, and relationship building
- Be given the opportunity to learn and develop coaching skills which are becoming increasingly valuable in the workplace
- Gain experience in education and working with young people
- Boost your CV and employability
- Receive a SSAT accreditation - a formal student leadership accreditation worth £595!
- Develop others and yourself!
We are looking for driven individuals with an interest in social mobility or an interest in working with young people who can give up an hour of their time a week.
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Pupils in a pupil referral unit have been permanently or temporarily removed from mainstream school, often resulting in experiencing further difficulties and challenges. We have seen positive change in such pupils through our mentoring