Volunteer with Literacy Pirates to provide Reading and Writing support to children aged 9–13 who are falling behind in literacy and have fewer opportunities outside school.
Volunteer posts available: | Not Specified |
Registered Charity number: | 1145115 |
Volunteer Provider: | Literacy Pirates |
Date Opportunity posted: | 28/09/2026 |
Closing date: | Ongoing |
Opportunity description: | By volunteering with Literacy Pirates, you will work directly with children in small groups, helping them build confidence in reading and writing and celebrating their achievements along the way. What will you do? · Support children during online after-school sessions · Encourage reading, writing and participation · Help create a positive, playful and supportive environment All sessions are led by staff, so your focus is entirely on supporting the children. |
Training: | All volunteers will receive relevant training and ongoing support. |
Skills and development: | · Experience working with children · Communication, leadership and problem-solving skills · Hands on experience with a national literacy charity · Volunteer discounts, get exclusive savings across popular brands · An employment reference after completing 12 sessions · Complete your work placement with us |
Further information: | For further information please email volunteering@literacypirates.org |
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