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Our young people have educational aspirations and having someone knowledgeable in their chosen subjects to go to for support when completing their self-study and homework tasks will contribute greatly to reaching their goals. This role is to support and complement the education received at college, school or training provider. You will support young people with their studies and coaching them with their homework and practice exam papers.
CORE TASKS:
* We have core tasks that we want to work on with an amazing and passionate volunteer. These include:
* Support young people with particular activities as required by their course – helping with homework, practice their maths or complete revision tasks depending on their level of need
* Support young people to learn and develop independent study skills
* Providing numeracy support
* Adhere to administrative requirements of the role
* Attend supervision sessions and relevant additional training
* Be accountable and represent Centrepoint appropriately
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Essential
* Good levels of numeracy and literacy
* Qualification in A-level Maths or higher, or equivalent level of maths in another discipline
* An understanding of approaches to learning Maths at A-level including knowledge of how to answer exam questions
* An understanding of different learning styles and methods to support learning
* IT competent - able to use Microsoft Office including Microsoft Teams
* Ability to engage, motivate and inspire young people
* Ability to communicate confidently and clearly with young people, other volunteers and staff
* Ability to remain calm when involved with challenging individuals and situations
* Understanding of the issues – practical and emotional – facing young people
* Understanding of the importance of teamwork and a strong commitment to being part of a team
* Be reliable and have a positive outlook
* A commitment to demonstrating Centrepoint’s values
DESIRABLE
* Experience of teaching/tutoring/supporting learners
* Experience of working with homeless people and/or experience of homelessness
* Experience of working with socially excluded young people
* Knowledge of different qualification/course requirements
WHAT DO WE OFFER YOU?
* Structured induction and training
* Ongoing support and supervision from the Volunteering Team
* Ongoing support and supervision from supervisor
* Access to further training
* Travel and other reasonable expenses reimbursed
PLEASE NOTE WE CANNOT OFFER VOLUNTEERING ROLES TO NON-UK RESIDENTS
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