Book Club Facilitator Volunteer - Female Only (Hackney)
London, Greater London (On-site)
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job description
Calling all book lovers! We are recruiting for a Book Club Facilitator Volunteer to engage the women and children within our Hackney Refuge. Become a volunteer and inspire children’s creativity and imagination!
This role may also involve travelling to our different refuges within Hackney.
What you will be doing
- Coordinate fortnightly book club sessions within the service for women and children.
- Ensure a safe and respectful atmosphere
- Lead on discussions and encourage the women and children to take part
- Keep record of attendance, provide feedback and report any concerns
The skills you need
- Good communication and listening skills
- Ability to provide a supportive, and inclusive atmosphere that encourages learning and participation.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
What's in it for you
- Supporting You - You will have a dedicated volunteer supervisor to support you in your role; Quarterly volunteer forums with the central Volunteering team and volunteers across Hestia; References for job applications
- Developing You - You will gain knowledge and insight into issues that impact Domestic Abuse, Modern Slavery and Mental Health; You will have access to our extensive Learning and Development Programme; 40% of our departed volunteers secured a paid role at Hestia last year!
- Valuing You - We hold annual Volunteer Awards and Celebration events; We reimburse travel expenses and up to £5 for lunch for your volunteering; We hold social events and outings for our volunteers to get together and have some fun
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We deliver services across London as well as campaign and advocate nationally on the issues that affect the people we work with.
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Posted on: 31 July 2024
Closing date: 29 October 2024 at 23:30
Tags: Social Care / Development