Coordinator
Read Easy UK Keynsham Hub
You will match trained reading coaches with adults who want to improve their reading skills.
The Coordinator is the first point of contact for those who want to learn to read. Using a simple assessment, the Coordinator will explain to a potential new ‘Reader’ how Read Easy may be able to help them. The Coordinator pairs up new Coaches with those who want to learn to read and provides ongoing support to these reading pairs. They visit reading sessions occasionally and maintain support through regular calls with both Reader and Coach to check all is going well, calling on the group’s Literacy Specialist to respond to any literacy related difficulties a pair may be having.
Administration,Advice, Information & Support,Community Work,Teaching & Training,Support Work,Volunteer Management
Admin, Basic IT skills - internet & email, Managing People, Reading & Writing, Communications, Interpersonal, Empathy, Flexibility, Team Working
A passion for supporting others achieve either their reading or coaching goals; ●A willingness to become familiar with the methods of the phonics based Turning Pagescoaching manuals, so that you can confidently guide others; ●Good communication and people skills, with a commitment to maintainingconfidentiality. Strong organisational, time management and record keeping skills; ●Self-awareness, personal responsibility and a professional approach; ●Reasonable confidence in using IT(accessing documents, completing electronic formsand records, email, Teams/Zoom meetings); ●The ability to use initiative and willingness to work independently and as part of a team; ●A willingness to abide by Read Easy policies and procedures; ●An open attitude that encourages two-way communication and willingness to ask forsupport from the Management Team; ●A non-judgemental attitude and respect for others, with a commitment to equality anddiversity, so that you can make everyone feel valued and included; ●Energy and enthusiasm with an average of 2-3 hours a week to commit to the role.
Be part of a team that hels the 2.4 million adults in the UK that struggle to read. Use your knowledge of the local area to liaise with a variety of organisations. Meet and work collaboratively with new people. Be active and engaged, adding value to your local community.
Approximately 2-3 hours per week at the volunteers convenience.
BS31
Keynsham and surrounding area approximately 5 miles radius
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