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Literacy Pirates
Literacy Pirates is a children’s educational charity running after-school programmes to develop the literacy, confidence and perseverance of children aged 9-13. We focus on those children who are falling behind in school and have fewer opportunities in their personal lives, so that they can succeed at school and beyond.
Description
We take children on voyages as readers and writers. Volunteer with us to join the adventure!
Looking for a meaningful volunteering opportunity?
Volunteer with Literacy Pirates, a social mobility charity supporting children aged 9–13 who are falling behind in literacy and have fewer opportunities outside school.
By volunteering with us, you will work directly with children in small groups, helping them build confidence in reading and writing and celebrating their achievements along the way.
What will you gain?
- Experience working with children
- Communication, leadership and problem-solving skills
- Hands-on experience with a national literacy charity
- Volunteer discounts across popular brands
- An employment reference after completing 12 sessions
- Opportunity to complete your work placement with us
Duties
What will you do?
- Support children during online or in-person after-school sessions
- Encourage reading, writing and participation
- Help create a positive, playful and supportive environment
All sessions are led by staff, so your focus is entirely on supporting the children.
Training
Full training is provided.
Time commitment
We ask for just four afternoons per school term, with the flexibility to choose the sessions that suit you.
Sessions run every weekday during term-time but please note, we do not run sessions during half terms or the Christmas, Easter and Summer holidays.
Online: 3:45–6:15 p.m.
Hackney: 3:45–6:45 p.m.
Sessions run every weekday during term-time but please note, we do not run sessions during half terms or the Christmas, Easter and Summer holidays.
Online: 3:45–6:15 p.m.
Hackney: 3:45–6:45 p.m.