Volunteer Schools Worker (Dignify)

Dignify delivers educational workshops in schools to promote healthy relationships, self-respect, and respect for others. We work to prevent the harmful effects of pornography and challenge the normalisation of unhealthy sexual behaviours among young people. Through evidence-based sessions, we equip students with knowledge, empathy, and tools to navigate relationships positively.

Key Responsibilities

·       Accompany the lead Schools Worker to sessions in primary and secondary schools.

·       Assist with setting up and packing away resources and equipment.

·       Helping facilitate and monitoring small group sessions

·       Observe and note student engagement to help evaluate sessions.

Skills / Abilities / Experience / Qualities

·       Strong communication skills, especially with young people.

·       Willingness to work with young people from diverse backgrounds and gender identities.

·       Comfortable discussing sensitive topics such as pornography, sexual harassment, and objectification.

·       Calm, approachable manner that helps young people feel at ease.

·       Openness to learning and developing new skills.

·       Ability to build respectful, professional relationships with young people, staff, and colleagues.

·       Good rapport with people of all ages and abilities.

·       Commitment to confidentiality.

·       Reliable timekeeping and punctuality for all sessions.

Training / Support

·      A full induction to the service will be provided

·      You will be required to undertake mandatory e-learning and a menu of optional training will be made available

·      Ongoing supervision and support from your line manager

·      Travel expenses reimbursed (if applicable).

·      Access to events, networking, and training and development opportunities.

Additional Information

·      You will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check

·      We will require 2 x references

·      You will be required to dress in an appropriate manner when accompanying the team to sessions (school smart)