Are you looking to make a difference in young learners’ lives?

Sweatbox Youth Centre is a service supporting 11-18-year-olds across the OX12 area. Run and managed by an experienced and professional Youth Worker team and supported by a large team of Volunteer Youth Support Workers.

Our unique service is supported by running open-access youth clubs, specialist youth clubs and detached outreach work in the community. We support over 650 young people per year. Volunteers provide an essential contribution to ensure all of our youth club sessions are run safely and effectively

 Main Responsibilities and Tasks

Volunteer Youth Support Workers support at some or all of our weekly youth sessions, including open access youth clubs, Young Carers group, SEND youth club and special events.  

 We’re looking for someone who:

·         Has strong verbal communication and active listening skills 

·         Demonstrates confidence in reading aloud and engaging young readers 

·         Builds rapport easily and works effectively with both children and adults 

·         Is respectful, approachable, and full of positive energy 

·         Brings patience and encouragement to every interaction 

 Why volunteer with us?

·         Help foster a love of learning in children 

·         Gain valuable experience in an educational setting 

·         Receive ongoing support and guidance from school staff 

·         Be part of a welcoming and inclusive school community 

 Please view the job description attached, and if you have any questions, please contact Michelle Rozier on 01235 225700. 

 All volunteers must adhere to the volunteer agreement and act in accordance with policies and procedures.

King Alfred's Academy is a member of the Cambrian Learning Trust.  The Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Enhanced check. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to online searches for publicly available information.

All staff will be expected to promote fundamental British values as part of a school that values diversity and individuality, exemplified in our values of ‘community, courage & kindness'.  Our Trust is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from a range of backgrounds to represent diversity in line with our schools’ communities.