What You'll Do:
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!
Why You'll Love It:
In this role you can help young people from disadvantaged backgrounds build confidence, independence and resilience in their learning.
What You'll Learn:
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!
What We're Looking For:
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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