Details for Learner Coach (Science)
Location
Hammersmith & Fulham
Time commitment
- Minimum 2-3 hours, once per week
- Ideally Wednesday afternoons/evening, other days can be discussed
Role reference
LN192
About the role
Description
Our young people have educational aspirations and having someone knowledgeable in their chosen subjects to go to for support when completing their self-study and homework tasks will contribute greatly to reaching their goals. This role is to support BTEC Applied Science (Level 3) and complement the education received at college. You will be supporting this young person with their studies and coaching them with their homework and practice exam papers.
Summary
- Support young people with particular activities as required by their course – helping with homework, practice Science questions / exam papers or complete revision tasks depending upon their level of need
- Support young people to learn and develop independent study skills
- Adhere to administrative requirements of the role
- Attend supervision sessions and relevant additional training
- Be accountable and represent Centrepoint appropriately
Requirements
Volunteers should meet the following criteria:
Essential
- Good levels of numeracy and literacy
- Qualification in Science, or equivalent level of science in another discipline
- An understanding of approaches to learning Science at BTEC / A-level including knowledge of how to answer exam questions
- An understanding of different learning styles and methods to support learning
- IT competent - able to use Microsoft Office including Microsoft Teams
- Ability to engage, motivate and inspire young people
- Ability to communicate confidently and clearly with young people, other volunteers and staff
- Ability to remain calm when involved with challenging individuals and situations
- Understanding of the issues – practical and emotional – facing young people
- Understanding of the importance of teamwork and a strong commitment to being part of a team
- Be reliable and have a positive outlook
- A commitment to demonstrating Centrepoint’s values
Desirable
- Experience of teaching / tutoring /supporting learners
- Experience of working with homeless people and/or experience of homelessness
- Experience of working with socially excluded young people
- Knowledge of different qualification/course requirements
What we need from you
Before starting the role we will require the following:
- Undergo Centrepoint Enhanced DBS process – we are unable to accept DBS certificates from other organisations
- Provide a minimum of three forms of ID to support your DBS application
- Provide the name and contact information of two people who can provide a reference for you
- Undergo Centrepoint core induction training
You may also be required to undertake further role specific training courses throughout the duration of your volunteering role.
Support for volunteers
- Structured induction and training
- Ongoing support and supervision from the Volunteering Team
- Ongoing support and supervision from your supervisor
- Access to further training
- Travel and other reasonable expenses reimbursed
How to apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete our application form.
If you are having trouble completing the application form, or have any questions about the role, please contact volunteer@centrepoint.org.
Application closing date
Friday 17 May 2024