Watford and Three Rivers Refugee Partnership (WTRRP) provides practical and emotional support, advice, ESOL classes and social opportunities to refugees and people seeking asylum living in the Watford ...
ESOL/TEFL volunteer
Practical details
Volunteering • Long term role
Contact person
GEORGINA MCCARTHY
Provided
Requirements
#121388
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To support refugees and asylum seekers in developing their English language skills helping them to build confidence and integrate into the community.
Key Responsibilities
· Assist in delivering ESOL classes to adult learners at varying levels of English proficiency
· Support learners one-to-one or in small groups with speaking, listening, reading, and writing
· Help prepare learning materials and classroom activities
· Encourage participation and build learners’ confidence in using English in everyday situations
· Provide informal conversational practice and support
· Offer cultural orientation where appropriate (e.g., local services, daily life in the UK)
· Monitor learner progress and provide feedback to the ESOL coordinator
Skills and Experience
· Good standard of written and spoken English
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills
· Patience, empathy, and cultural sensitivity
· Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
· Teaching or tutoring experience
· TEFL/ESOL qualification essential
Personal Qualities
· Supportive and encouraging attitude
· Reliable and committed
· Flexible and adaptable
· Interest in refugee support and community integration
· Time Commitment - typically 3 hours a week Tuesday daytime
Minimum commitment of 6 months preferred
Training and Support
· Induction and ongoing support provided
· Supervision from ESOL coordinator or lead tutor
· Benefits of Volunteering
· Gain experience in teaching and community work
· Develop cross-cultural communication skills
· Make a meaningful impact in the lives of refugees and asylum seekers
Be part of a supportive and welcoming team
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About Watford & Three Rivers Refugee Partnership
Watford and Three Rivers Refugee Partnership (WTRRP) provides practical and emotional support, advice, ESOL classes and social opportunities to refugees and people seeking asylum living in the Watford and Three Rivers area.
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