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Opportunity hosted by: Young Life Vision CIC

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Opportunity hosted by: Young Life Vision CIC
Description:

Why This Role Matters
We’re looking for kind and enthusiastic volunteers to become support tutors for Year 7 students as they settle into secondary school. You’ll help them grow in confidence with English, Maths, and Science, build good study habits, and enjoy learning in a friendly, supportive setting.

How You’ll Make a Difference
• Support small groups of Year 7 learners on Saturdays, with optional short online check-ins.
• Help students strengthen reading, writing, numeracy, problem-solving, and KS3 science skills.
• Encourage good homework routines, use of planners, and revision habits.
• Keep simple attendance and progress notes.
• Create a warm, inclusive environment where every learner feels safe and encouraged.
• Share updates with the Programme Lead about how students are getting on.

How to Get Involved
Send a short note about yourself or your experience to info@younglifevision.co.uk with the subject: “Year 7 Volunteer Tutor – Application.”
Please include your availability and let us know if you’d like to help with the optional mid-week online session.
We’d also be very happy to have an informal chat if you’d like to learn more about us, the role, or how you might be able to get involved. Just drop us an email, and we’ll arrange a convenient time to talk.

What type of activity will volunteers be doing?: Children, Education and Literacy, Mentoring Befriending and Buddying, Teaching, Training and Coaching, Youth Work and Young People
Where is the opportunity based?: Greater Manchester
Volunteering location accessbility: 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
Availability required:

This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
What is the duration of the volunteering opportunity?:
Skills and qualifications that may be needed or developed:

Is This You?
• You enjoy helping young people learn and have some experience supporting others or a strong interest in English, Maths, or Science.
• You are patient, positive, and encouraging with learners of different abilities.
• You’re happy using simple digital tools (Teams/Zoom, shared documents).
• You’re reliable, organised, and committed to safeguarding and inclusion.

Support You’ll Receive
• Help obtaining an enhanced DBS if needed.
• Safeguarding training (provided).
• A full induction and ready-to-use resources.
• Ongoing guidance and encouragement from our friendly team.
• Support during sessions

What You’ll Gain
• The chance to make a real difference in young people’s lives.
• Experience in community learning and youth support.
• Opportunities to build confidence and learn new skills.
• Travel expenses covered.

Is this opportunity suitable for under 18s?: No
Are out of-pocket expenses covered for volunteers?: Yes
Opportunity hosted by: Younglifevision cic
Description:

Why This Role Matters
We’re looking for kind and enthusiastic volunteers to become support tutors for Year 7 students as they settle into secondary school. You’ll help them grow in confidence with English, Maths, and Science, build good study habits, and enjoy learning in a friendly, supportive setting.

How You’ll Make a Difference
• Support small groups of Year 7 learners on Saturdays, with optional short online check-ins.
• Help students strengthen reading, writing, numeracy, problem-solving, and KS3 science skills.
• Encourage good homework routines, use of planners, and revision habits.
• Keep simple attendance and progress notes.
• Create a warm, inclusive environment where every learner feels safe and encouraged.
• Share updates with the Programme Lead about how students are getting on.

How to Get Involved
Send a short note about yourself or your experience to info@younglifevision.co.uk with the subject: “Year 7 Volunteer Tutor – Application.”
Please include your availability and let us know if you’d like to help with the optional mid-week online session.
We’d also be very happy to have an informal chat if you’d like to learn more about us, the role, or how you might be able to get involved. Just drop us an email, and we’ll arrange a convenient time to talk.

What type of activity will volunteers be doing?: Children, Education and Literacy, Mentoring Befriending and Buddying, Teaching, Training and Coaching, Youth Work and Young People
Where is the opportunity based?: Greater Manchester
Volunteering location accessbility: 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
Availability required:

This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Morning
Afternoon
Evening
What is the duration of the volunteering opportunity?:
Skills and qualifications that may be needed or developed:

Is This You?
• You enjoy helping young people learn and have some experience supporting others or a strong interest in English, Maths, or Science.
• You are patient, positive, and encouraging with learners of different abilities.
• You’re happy using simple digital tools (Teams/Zoom, shared documents).
• You’re reliable, organised, and committed to safeguarding and inclusion.

Support You’ll Receive
• Help obtaining an enhanced DBS if needed.
• Safeguarding training (provided).
• A full induction and ready-to-use resources.
• Ongoing guidance and encouragement from our friendly team.
• Support during sessions

What You’ll Gain
• The chance to make a real difference in young people’s lives.
• Experience in community learning and youth support.
• Opportunities to build confidence and learn new skills.
• Travel expenses covered.

Is this opportunity suitable for under 18s?: No
Are out of-pocket expenses covered for volunteers?: Yes