At a glance

Skills

Teaching / Education
Training

Where

Redhill, RH1 1BP

Mainly at the office

Travel limit? We are willing to pay travel expenses for the right candidate, at a rate of 45p per mile

Time

Mostly during office hours Estimate of time needed:
1-3 hours / week The English club involves learners attending one hourly session once per week for a set duration of 24 weeks.

Are you passionate about empowering non-English speakers to navigate daily life with confidence?

What will you be doing?

Do you have experience in supporting individuals in a learning environment and have a strong dedication to supporting speakers of other languages with essential language skills? Christ in the Community is seeking an experienced learning supporter or someone with the drive to help support learners at our community English club.

As a Learning Support Volunteer, you will play a vital role in supporting learners with limited English-speaking skills. You will guide them in mastering basic grammar and practical language skills, enabling them to engage in everyday activities such as shopping, making appointments, and exchanging simple greetings. Your expertise will be instrumental in helping our learners build the language foundation they need to thrive in their daily lives.

***PLEASE READ THE JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DETAILS OF THE ROLE***

What are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will have:

Strong proficiency in English (written and verbal)
Patience and a positive attitude
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Enthusiasm for language learning and cultural exchange (desired)
Experience of supporting individuals in a learning environment

What difference will you make?

Your support will help students to learn the basic English skills needed to access vital services, local amenities and work opportunities, thus helping to enrich their lives and experience within the UK.