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Volunteering Around 200 people each week benefit from the projects we run that are supported by an amazing network of volunteers. Volunteers come to us to learn new skills and enhance their CV or ability to get a new job or simply to enjoy a different experience.
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"The class is really good – they concentrate on each individual and encourage to me to speak more often. I don’t feel embarrassed speaking in this class because that’s the aim of the class. Every week I think about it all week until next week we get something different. It’s all very useful." Volunteering brings a wide range of people together from different walks of life. Tony volunteered as an English tutor: He is now employed a san English Tutor at Concord College: “Volunteering experience definitely went in my favour – they told me that was one of the reasons I got the job. I’ve been free to do what I needed in relation to the groups needs. I’ve not strayed too far from the book but I’ve been able to bring in other things too. It brings together all you know in your head and consolidate what I learned in class. It’s given me much more knowledge and confidence.” VOLUNTEERING WIDENS YOUR CAREER OPTIONS
“Working with St. Mary’s has been inspirational. We’ve learnt a lot and we’ve been able to demonstrate the University’s commitment to diversity and community in a very practical way” Staff from the University run a 10 week course (Teach English!) for those who want to volunteer to Teach English but have no prior experience. They also offer short training sessions in response to the needs of volunteers. “I started teaching with no previous experience. On the ‘Teach English!’ course I’ve picked up loads of different and more appropriate ways of teaching. I’ve met lots of people through St. Mary’s” “I’ve been in the decorating business since I left school…The multicultural interaction at St. Mary’s has been fascinating for me. On the ‘Teach English!’ course I’ve learnt a lot about the language that I’ve been speaking for more than 40 years. A course like this enables people like me to get a foothold on the ladder of language teaching.” Celebrations and Social networks: "Thanks Jo, I have enjoyed myself very much and the Moussaka was all the thanks I needed!" If you are interested and want to find out more contact Jo or Aroose: • Volunteer Assistant Learning Facilitator |
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We are thrilled that around 50 volunteers give their time, energy and enthusiasm each week. At present we have a wide range of volunteer opportunities - from helping those new to life in the UK learn English to providing transport for the elderly and housebound - we have something for everyone.
At the heart of all these projects real relationships are being forged. Volunteers become a name and a face in a sea of strangers. We believe that volunteering works best when it’s reciprocal and creates a real sense of community spirit.
In addition to offering fantastic Volunteering Opportunities we also provide first class training for volunteers. We are fortunate to have the support of The University of Sheffield’s English Language Teaching Centre.