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

Join our school community as a School Volunteer, where your enthusiasm, patience, and encouragement can inspire students across all age groups and abilities.

Main Responsibilities and Tasks

Within our Trust school volunteers may be utilised to support the classroom teacher in facilitating the active participation of children in the academic and social activities of the school. Activities may include:

·         Support pupils with reading and literacy activities 

·         Build positive relationships with children, staff, and families 

·         Work collaboratively with teaching staff to enhance learning experiences 

·         Offer patient, one-on-one attention and small group support 

·         Accompanying school visits

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 would like a tour of our school or have any questions, please contact us on 01235 868232 or office@sja.cambrianlt.org.

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

St James CE Primary School 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.