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.
Similar Opportunities
Educational mentors needed for the 24'-25' academic year!
Refugee Education UK
Min. 26 Weeks Minimum weeks
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Educational mentors needed for the 24'-25' academic year!
Volunteering
Mentor
Education, Refugees, Young People
Looking to build your skills and experience within the refugee sector AND take part in meaningful work? Our mentoring programme at Refugee Education UK is in need of volunteer educational mentors and we need your help!