Volunteer Coordinator for Asylum Seeker Support

3 days ago


South East England, United Kingdom Union Chapel UK Full time £21,418 - £30,596
Job Title: Volunteer & Befriending Coordinator Mental Health

Union Chapel UK is seeking a highly motivated and empathetic individual to join our team as a Volunteer & Befriending Coordinator Mental Health. This part-time role will be responsible for delivering an outreach program providing language support, social activities, and befriending services to asylum seekers residing in Islington contingency hotels.

About the Role:

The successful candidate will have experience in organizing community-based activities, knowledge and experience in ESOL, and a strong understanding of safeguarding concerns for vulnerable adults. They will be responsible for recruiting volunteers, managing a timetable for ESOL groups, and liaising with hotel staff and external partners to maximize learning opportunities for students.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Run regular ESOL classes and organize new groups according to students' needs
  • Recruit volunteers who will provide regular learning opportunities and befriending for hotel residents
  • Arrange Safeguarding courses and DBS checks for volunteers
  • Manage a timetable for ESOL groups
  • Liaise with hotel staff and external partners to maximize learning opportunities for students
  • Plan English classes and provide appropriate learning materials and resources
Requirements:
  • Experience of providing ESOL
  • Understanding of approaches to language learning
  • Experience of group work in a community setting
  • Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding concerns for vulnerable adults
  • Ability to speak one or more of the languages spoken by hostel residents, currently Farsi, Arabic, Tigrayan, Kurdish Sorani, and French
  • Qualification in adult education
What We Offer:

Union Chapel UK is a dynamic and inclusive organization that values diversity and promotes social justice. We offer a competitive salary of £21,418 (£30,596 pro rata for 31⁄2 days/week) and a supportive work environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of asylum seekers. If you are passionate about social justice and community engagement, we encourage you to apply.



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