Reading Group Facilitator
To support members of the shared reading group to enjoy sharing pieces of writing together, to help the group to source pieces of interest to them, to support the group to get along and enjoy their session.
Duration: Ongoing
When can volunteers volunteer? Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly
Availability:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this organisation. E.G Monday morning.
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Tasks the volunteer will be required to do:
Preparing reading material, setting up the group, planning sessions etc.
Training:
Any relevant on the job training including initial support from TMBC Libraries team
Skill and Qualifications Required:
Good communication skills and interest in books and stories, writing and poetry.
Good organisational and planning skills.
Committed and motivated.
Areas of Interest: Community, Community centre, Drama, Education, Health and wellbeing, Libraries, Literacy, Media, Mental Health, Older people
Opportunity suitable for: Employee Volunteers, Long term commitment, Older people, People seeking work, People with a visual impairment, People with restricted mobility, Short term commitment, University students
What activities will the volunteer do? Administration, Befriending, Coaching, Lending a helping hand, Support Work
Skills gained in this role: Listening, Organising, Reading and writing, Talking to others, Teamwork
Home based opportunity? No
DBS Check Required: Yes
Opportunity Accessibility: Clearly marked accessible parking spaces, Step free access clearly signposted into the building, Automatic opening doors, Lift to other floors / step free access throughout the building, Accessible toilets, Area for assistance dogs nearby
About the host organisation
Hosted by: The Together Centre
Charity number: 1173335