Volunteer, Numeracy, Literacy & IT
Canterbury Oast Trust
To assist with supporting adults with learning disabilities who wish to gain further independence and Lifeskills. You will help support students by offering individual and in class support bespoke to their individual needs and as directed by the manager/session lead tutor. To be aware of an individual’s holistic needs relating to different activities and learning processes.
The Lifeskills centre is a life changing academy promoting independence. At the MY Lifeskills academy we offer programmes tailored to individual learning needs, in a secure safe environment. Students at the academy choose from a range of carefully designed programmes to build confidence with numeracy, literacy and information technology. We are looking for volunteers Interested in supporting service users in numeracy, literacy & ICT sessions, You will get involved in helping individuals to learn to tell the time, handle money, improve their reading and writing skills, send e mails etc. Students all work at their own pace and in a style that suits them best. Working alongside adults with learning disabilities will require resilience, patience and sensitivity to others needs. An ability to use one’s initiative working with individuals and groups within the guidelines set by the Lifeskills Manager or work employment coordinator. Should be a team player, along with having great communication and listening skills.
Education
Maths, Teamwork, Reading & Writing, Basic IT skills - internet & email
Good understanding of English, Math's and basic It skills
At Canterbury Oast Trust we offer a friendly, warm and welcoming place to volunteer, the role is very rewarding as you see the students develop their skills, after 3 months you will be entitled to free entre to the Rare Breeds Center for yourself, 2 another adults and 2 children, also 40% off cooked food in our restaurant, I will included you on our email data base so you can receive updates and news from around to Trust including paid vacancies as the become available.
1 day a week would be preferable Monday to Friday
TN26 3RJ
Canterbury Oast Trust Highlands Farm Woodchurch Kent TN26 3RJ
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