We need volunteers to teach English/basic literacy to a refugee for one and a half hours per week here at the centre. We ask volunteers to commit to volunteering for a minimum of six months to provide continuity for the students. We offer travelling expenses and child-care costs.

Do I need any qualifications?

You don’t need any formal qualifications or teaching experience to enrol as a tutor. We provide a training course for new volunteers and once you have completed this we offer ongoing advice, support, training and teaching ideas to help you to teach your student and develop your skills. What is important is commitment to teaching your student and a friendly, caring attitude. You need a good command of the English language and an understanding and friendly approach. You also need to be prepared to work with refugees and asylum seekers from any country.

Access is possible via lift for people who use wheelchairs.

What will I gain from volunteering?

All volunteers complete our volunteer tutor training course. This looks at cultural awareness and basic teaching skills. The training is accredited through the Open College Network so you can get a qualification as well. You will have the opportunity to work with the same student throughout the year and see their progress and you will also learn from them. Volunteers also have access to a reference collection of teaching materials for tutors’ use here at REEP.