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Volunteer Literacy Specialist

Read Easy Croydon

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Read Easy provides free, confidential, one to one reading coaching for adults who struggle with reading, through a network of volunteer groups. Read Easy groups are changing the lives of individual adults across the country by providing them with the support they need to learn to read, and in turn opening doors for them to all sorts of new opportunities in life. You can read about the difference Read Easy makes here on our website.

Outline of the Literacy Specialist role

The Literacy Specialist plays a crucial role in ensuring that everyone who comes to Read Easy to improve their reading gets the support that they need to succeed.

How we will support you

You will be provided with a Literacy Specialist Information Pack and the Management Team. Handbook, policies, training/induction and guidance specifically needed for this role, including access to support from a Read Easy UK Regional Adviser, via your Team Leader. You will also be invited to Read Easy UK’s regional and national forums which gives volunteers an opportunity for networking with those from other groups.

Advice, information & support,Befriending, buddying and mentoring,Languages & translation,Teaching & training

Evaluating & Reviewing, Organising & Planning, Reading And Writing, Initiative/Self Motivation

● A background in teaching reading/literacy (preferably, but not necessarily, with adults). ● An understanding of the difference between the needs of adults and children in the learning process. ● A knowledge of the range of teaching resources that are available for adults, or a willingness to research them. ● Reasonable confidence in using IT ● The ability to use initiative and work independently ● A willingness to abide by Read easy policies and procedures ● An open attitude that encourages two-way communication and willingness to ask for and offer support to the Team ● A non-judgemental attitude and respect for others, with a commitment to equality and diversity, so that you can make everyone feel valued and included

● Use your knowledge and skills as part of a team to support Reader achievement ● Meet and work collaboratively with new people ● Be active and engaged, adding value to your local community ● Receive outstanding Reading Coach Training

An average of two hours a week and ideally some during the day

Further location details may be provided below.

Laxmi Gurung

This is a home-based role

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