Music Volunteer - Practice Buddy
Orchestra of Everything Foundation
Encourage children as they practise instruments. No music skills needed, just a love of music & kids
OOEF delivers free music education to 270 children aged 7–11 at two Bath primary schools in deprived communities — massively high impact, with a 39% reduction in suspensions and the attention of the DfE and Bath Spa University. As a Practice Buddy you sit alongside small groups on Wednesday afternoons, listening and encouraging as children work through their instruments. Sessions are high priority — children are released from maths to attend. No musical background needed. We want someone who loves music, cares about children, and brings warmth and patience.
Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Teaching & Training,Music,Under-16 Volunteering
Interpersonal, Empathy, Flexibility
We work with children from some of Bath's most deprived communities, many with SEND or difficult home circumstances. What makes the difference is not musical expertise but the quality of human connection -- a volunteer who listens without judgement, celebrates small wins, and shows up reliably. You need to be comfortable working closely with children you may not know, and to work as part of a team in a school environment. We provide all the musical and programme context you need.
You will see children light up in real time - often children who struggle in conventional classroom settings. You will be part of a warm, supportive volunteer team with access to training and mentoring. References available. DBS arranged by OOEF at no cost to you. To see what we do in action, watch our ITV news feature: https://www.itv.com/watch/news/orchestra-of-everything-foundation-the-bath-charity-transforminglocal-schools-with-music/c40cn8y
1.15 - 3.15 on a Wednesday afternoon (could be on a rota so not every week) This may also be possible on other days as we start similar activities in other schools
BA2 1RW
St Michaels Junior Church School, Newton Road, Twerton, Bath, BA2 1RW Soon to start at Roundhill Primary School at Mount Road, Southdown, Bath, BA2 1LG
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