Children (5-11) – Wolverhampton Volunteers

One YMCA

On 10/03/2025

In Children (11+), Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Communities, Support, Uncategorized

RAF Airplay Volunteer Youth Worker

Opportunity: RAF Airplay Volunteer Youth Worker. Airplay is part of the RAF Benevolent Fund and run by One YMCA. We provide youth clubs for children aged eight to eighteen which includes Ben clubs for children. Main task. To support the provision of the Airplay and Ben Club activities and workshop. Supervising children and young people in activities, workshops and discussion sessions. Engaging in learning and play with younger children. Working with children and young people to track their progress, Data entry/light admin work may be required. A full induction to Airplay will be provided with on going support and regular 1 to 1.
Requirements: Good communication skills, knowledge/experience of working with young people. Non-judgemental and understanding in the differing needs of families. Complete online e-learning including Safeguarding and Health & Safety.
Location: RAF Airplay Cosford, Albrighton, Wolverhampton WV7 3EX
Hours: Ben club ages 5-8: Tuesdays 4.45pm-6.15pm Juniors Club, ages 8-12: Tuesdays 6.30-8.30pm Juniors club ages 8-12: Thursday 4pm-6pm Seniors Club ages 12-18: Thursday 6:30pm-8:30pm
Expenses: Yes
DBS: Yes, Enhanced DBS and two references will be required.

Inspired by, and faithful to ,our Christian Values, we create supportive and energising communities that are open to all, where young people can truly belong, contribute and thrive.

Magical Mind Coaching CIC

By Sue01

On 09/08/2024

In Children (11+), Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Communities, Health & Social Care, Sport, Uncategorized

Magical Mind Assistant Coach

Opportunity: Supporting Lead Magical Mind Coach with running Best Version of Me Sessions. This includes doing activities that help develop physical, mental and social health. This incudes Boxercise, Dodge Ball, Bench Ball, Circuit Training etc, running activities that help children develop a growth mindset and finally teaching young people confidence and communication skills. Support Magical MC CIC design future programmes for young people that helps develop physical, mental and social health this will include conducting research with young people to understand what they would like to be included in future programmes. Support with promotion and enrolment, using social media and other marketing tools .
Requirements: preferably have a driving licence and access to car, enjoy working with young people aged 8-15 years old. Have an interest in sport and be active themselves, must have good communication skills and be able to build a good connection with young people.
Location: Wolverhampton, (Whitmore Reans, Blakenhill, Low Hill)

Expenses: Yes
DBS: Enhanced DBS Check

Following a 2-month trial, if the volunteer is deemed suitable they will receive the following training: Level 2 Fitness Instructor, Boxercise Instructor for Kida, Health and Safety Training, In-house training on running MMC sessions independently and public speaking training.

Action Tutoring

By Sue01

On 01/07/2024

In Children (11+), Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Support, Uncategorized, Youth

Volunteer Tutor ( English or Maths )

Opportunity: Volunteer Tutor (English or Maths): We recruit, train and deploy volunteer English and Math’s tutors who work with small groups of largely Pupil Premium children for an hour a week during term time in our partner schools, face-to -face or online. The online option means that volunteers can make a positive difference from their own home, whilst meeting people from all over the country and walks of life. We have volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds, retired professionals, unemployed people, stay at home parents and undergraduates. We run tutor socials and encourage interaction, teamwork and friendship. Each program in every school has a dedicated Program Coordinator who supports our volunteers. Tutoring resources and training are provided.
Requirements: Enthusiastic about working with Children or young people, want to make a difference and are fluent in English. Good communication skills would be an advantage. We prefer those who have or are studying for a degree (in any subject) or have a B grade (or above) at A Level (or equivalent) in these requirements, we still encourage you to apply. We take all previous experience into consideration and your motivations for volunteering with us, please include anything you think might be relevant. There Initial Tutor Training (2 hours by zoom) followed by programme specific training when you sign up to a tutor in a school, plus optional on demand subject specific training too .
Location: In person at partner school or homebased online
Hours: One hour a week before, during or after the school day in term time. Programme typically run for 10,15 or 20 weeks and tutoring takers place on the same day at the same time
Expenses: Yes, up to £5 towards travel to in person sessions
DBS: Yes

Action Tutoring unlocks the potential of children and young people who are facing disadvantages.

Curiosity Club

By Sue01

On 03/05/2024

In Art, Children (11+), Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Communities, Creative & Media, Support, Uncategorized, Youth

Curiosity Club Workshop Assistant December 2024)

Opportunity: Curiosity Club Workshop assistant December holiday 2024 Curiosity Club inclusive and accessible activity days for Children aged 5-13 that takes place at St Patricks Church Hall in Heath Town during school holidays. Are you looking for experience in childcare or community arts? Could you assist in running activity days for children. Assist in delivering inclusive activities and games. Encourage creativity and imaginative play and support children with additional needs. (Your children can attend the sessions with you when volunteering) Dates for December holidays: Mon 30th, Tue 31st Dec, Thur 2nd &Fri 3rd Jan.
Requirements: Have an interest in helping children to play creatively, nurture their imagination and discover their potential. Are committed to equity, access and inclusion. Can remain calm in challenging situations. Can work well in a team and support others. Are willing and keen to learn. Can be reliable and get to the sessions on time. Christmas Holiday Planning and training session: Thursday 19th Dec 10am-4pm
Location: St Patricks Church Hall, Wolverhampton Road WV10 0QQ (near New Cross Hospital)
Hours: Flexible hours during project. Minimum of 1 hour per day plus participation in the training and planning day before that set sessions.
Expenses: Yes Travel expenses paid, lunch provided if needed.
DBS: Yes , Volunteers must be DBS check we can arrange this for you

We are looking for volunteers to help at our Curiosity Club inclusive Holiday activity days throughout 2024 .The activities are currently funded through City of Wolverhampton Council and Department of Education.

Sense

By Sue01

On 13/02/2024

In Children (11+), Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Disability, Uncategorized

Get Out There Group Volunteer

Opportunity: Get out there Group Volunteer GOT groups are a growing division of Sense that cater for children between 6 and 16 with complex needs. We provide a 4-hour social setting which caters for children and families who need respite. We offer activities such as games, puzzles, arts and crafts, experiments, cooking and sensory play. We aim to tailor sessions to the needs, interests and abilities of the children we support and put pupil voice at the centre of all we do. As a volunteer you will make sure everyone has a great time and can make most of the activities on offer. You will need lots of energy, a warm and welcoming personality and to be happy getting stuck into a wide range of tasks and activities all of what everyone has the best day they can together
Requirements: Fun and friendly and confident to meet and spend time with disabled people. Willing to develop the knowledge and skills to communicate with young people who have mufti sensory impairments and may use a wide range of communication methods. Able to work well in a team and be flexible about the role you play during the day depending on what’s needed by individuals and activities. Reliable and punctual.
Location: Sense Centre, Smethwick, Midlands Day Service, Holly Lane, B66 1QN
Hours: At least 4 hours + (Monday- Sunday)
Expense : No
DBS: Yes

We welcome volunteers of all ages to this role who are able to create an inclusive and welcoming peer environment for everyone involved in the group.

Young Climate Warriors.

By Sue01

On 14/02/2023

In Advocacy, Children (5-11), Children & Youth

Student Climate Ambassador

	Opportunity: Student Climate Ambassador. Taking climate change discussions directly into Primary schools, the Young Climate Warriors Ambassador Programme works to effectively initiate action-stimulating conversation and encourage critical thinking within an education environment. Our Ambassadors deliver interactive animated, in-person assemblies to allow pupils to engage with climate change in a positive, age-appropriate and honest manner.
	Requirements: Are enthusiastic about starting conversations about climate change. Are stubbornly optimistic about positive future. Are eager to engage primary school-aged children (previous experience a plus, but not necessary) Have strong communication skills, with an ability to use initiative and act professionally in all interactions with school staff and pupils.
	Location: Wolverhampton
	Hours: Assemblies will be delivered according to the requests from local primary schools during school hours. There is also the opportunity for ambassadors to host regular eco-club at their local primary school organised according to their availability. Ideally our Ambassadors remain part of the team for the duration of the remainder of the school year.
	Expenses: Yes Travel expenses maximum of £30. Reimbursement for time £30 for delivering an assembly. £20 for helping at mutually agreed school requested event e.g. eco-club
	DBS: Yes

After submitting an application, you will be invited to attend training sessions where we will fully prepare you for your position, providing resources and guidance for your assemblies. Once you have completed the training session. We will connect you with your local schools and you can begin to arrange your first climate assembly as soon as you would like.

Bookmark Reading Charity

By Sue01

On 14/12/2022

In Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Support, Uncategorized

	Opportunity: Reading Volunteer Bookmark Reading Volunteers directly support children who are at risk of leaving primary school unable to read well. Struggling to read can contribute to poor educational attainment, lower literacy in adulthood and has been linked to a lower life expectancy. You can help ignite the joy of reading and change a child’s story. As a Reading Volunteer, you will have 30 minutes one-to-one reading sessions on 2 days per week. This is across 6weeks with a child aged between 5 and 11 years old. Each session will involve reading stories and playing games on our secure online platform or face-to face, you will book your reading programme through Bookmarks Volunteer Hub and select sessions on days and times that work with your commitments. Bookmark provides online training and offers volunteering ongoing supports so that you can deliver fantastic and fun reading sessions, enabling all children to discover the joy of reading.
	Requirements: 18+ and living in the UK. Access to a PC., laptop, or Chromebook with a webcam and internet connection. Feel relatively comfortable in using technology.
	Location: Online or Face-to-Face in local schools
	Hours: 30-minute one-to-one reading sessions on 2 days per week, across 6 weeks
	Expenses: No
	DBS: Yes Paid for by Bookmark

Bookmark Reading Charity has a very simple vision, we want every child to read. Currently more than 1 in 4 children leave primary school unable to read well. This disproportionately impacts children from disadvantaged backgrounds, who leave primary school on average a year behind peers. You can help ignite the joy of reading and change a child’s story.

S&K Creative Artz C.I.C

By Sue01

On 30/11/2022

In Admin, Art, Children (11+), Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Creative & Media, Uncategorized

No longer taking volunteers

Schoolreaders

By Sue01

On 29/09/2022

In Children (0-4), Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Support

School Readers Volunteer

	Opportunity: Volunteers needed to support reading in primary schools Schoolreaders is looking for volunteers who can visit a local primary school for an hour or two a week during the school day to listen to children to read individually and help to improve their reading and comprehension skills.
	Requirements: No specific skills or prior experience is required but our volunteers do need to be over 18 and have good written and spoken English
	Location: Primary schools across Wolverhampton ,We match our volunteers to a school in a location close to them that they are happy to travel to
	Hours: 1-2 hours per week and we ask for a commitment for weekly visits for at least a year but appointments and holiday can be taken during this time
	Expenses: No , unfortunately we are unable to reimburse travel expense
	DBS: Yes Enhanced DBS which will be carried out by the school prior to starting , this is at no cost to the volunteer

Schoolreaders goal is for all children, regardless of background, to leave Primary School being able to read well so they can go on to access their secondary education fully and maximise their future life chances.

S&K Creative Artz Kidz CIC

By Sue01

On 12/09/2022

In Art, Children (11+), Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Creative & Media, Support, Training, Uncategorized

Safeguarding Lead

	Opportunity: Safeguarding Lead • Provide support to volunteers/staff around any safeguarding issues or concerns • Ensure safeguarding cases are referred to relevant professionals with support • Ensure all staff and volunteers receive safeguarding training • Ensure safeguarding policy is up to date and reviewed regularly linking to statutory policies and procedures guidance. • Ensuring that all staff are fully trained in safeguarding and know how to spot and raise concerns. • Help to maintain an effective staff supervision programme • Has up to date regular safeguarding training to fulfil their role.
	Requirements: Good communication skills .Ability to be proactive. Have good safeguarding training experience .Experience working with children and young people .Ability to work as a team player .There will be an induction meeting.
	Location: Remote Home working
	Hours: Monday-Friday (Maximum 3 days per week) Flexibility will be given for any holidays. Will work around the suitable person. Minimum commitment 6 months
	Expenses: Yes when attending any face 2 face sessions or travelling to a community meeting. Travel expenses will be provided
	DBS: Yes

West Midlands Fire Service

By j888cat

On 23/08/2016

In Children (5-11), Children & Youth, Communities, Community Centres

Category: Children (5-11)