Volunteer Classroom Learning and Learner Support in Leeds

At Central YMCA, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Our purpose is to advance the education, health and wellbeing of our communities by improving access to life-changing opportunities.

We recognise that gaining that first step into a professional career can be challenging, particularly when employers are looking for previous workplace experience. This volunteer opportunity has therefore been designed to provide meaningful, hands-on experience for people interested in developing a career in education, learner support or related support services.

We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about developing a career in education, support, administration or customer service and would benefit from the opportunity to gain practical workplace experience.

You'll be proactive, organised and willing to learn from experienced professionals. You'll have good written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage your time effectively. You'll also understand the importance of professionalism, confidentiality and handling sensitive information appropriately.

Confidence using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook, is important. An interest in teaching or classroom support, an understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality, or an interest in studying towards a Teaching Assistant Level 3 qualification would be advantageous.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in supporting learners to achieve and progress.

As a Volunteer Classroom Learning & Learner Support volunteer, you will work alongside experienced Tutors and Learner Support professionals, gaining practical experience within a professional learning environment.

You will support a range of classroom and learner activities, including preparing classrooms and learning resources, assisting learners with set work, encouraging positive behaviours and supporting learners to overcome barriers to their learning. You may also help with attendance calls, communications and general administration.

This is a learning and development placement, so you won't be expected to arrive knowing everything. You will receive structured on-the-job training, coaching, mentoring and regular feedback to help you develop your skills and professional confidence.

Through the placement, you'll gain practical experience in areas such as classroom and tutoring support, learner support, safeguarding, administration, professional communication, customer service, organisation and time management.

The placement is approximately 18 hours per week across three consistent days, ideally for around six months. Reasonable travel expenses incurred when attending the office will be reimbursed in accordance with Central YMCA's Volunteer Expenses Policy.

Ready to take your first step towards a career in education?

Click Apply and submit your CV together with a short cover letter explaining why you're interested in the placement, your career aspirations and the days and times you're available to volunteer.

This is a voluntary, unpaid placement and does not create a contract of employment or worker relationship. The successful applicant will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and other relevant pre-placement checks.