ARCh Reading Helper - ARCH ASSISTED READING FOR CHILDREN

Description

ARCh Reading Helpers go into schools once or twice a week to support children in 1:1 reading sessions. You spend 30 minutes with each child you see, reading books, playing games, and giving the children a safe space to develop their confidence. You see the same children each time you go into school for an academic year, meaning that over time you really see them grow and thrive!

The impact you'll have

Reading transforms lives and ensures that children can access the curriculum in secondary school and beyond, as well as encouraging children to love reading for pleasure!

The skills you'll need

You will need to have the following skills in order to participate:

Fluent in English, and an enthusiasm for reading

Directions - public transport

We work in over 100 schools across Oxfordshire, with many public transportation options

Directions - car

We work in over 100 schools across Oxfordshire, so can find a school nearby to you

Volunteering is currently open to people in England, Scotland and Wales. We're working to expand to other regions and will update GoVo when this changes.

When

Start date

10/11/2025

Schedule

9AM

Commitment

Ongoing

Available Slots

You will need

Minimum age: 18

ARCH ASSISTED READING FOR CHILDREN

Education, employment and training

At ARCh Assisted Reading, we believe every child deserves the joy and confidence that comes from reading. Our mission is simple yet powerful; to help children discover their potential through one-on-one reading support, encouragement, and connection. As an ARCh Reading Helper, you're a vital part of a child's journey into reading. You share books, play games and build a positive, nurturing relationship. Each reading session builds more than just reading skills- it builds confidence, resilience and empowers children to feel proud of their successes. Volunteering with ARCh is deeply rewarding and you'll witness real progress from the children you work with. You'll also impact your own wellbeing in a positive way- our volunteers love spending time with the children they read with and tell us they often leave their sessions with a smile on their face!

Please visit our website www.archoxfordshire.org.uk for more information.

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