Opportunity
Do you love working with children and helping them develop new skills?
As a Class Support Volunteer, you will assist the class leaders in managing and supporting our new children's theatre classes.
Your role will help create a fun, safe, and engaging environment where children can explore their creativity, build confidence, and learn the basics of theatre performance. This is an ideal role for anyone who enjoys working with young people and wants to contribute to their creative development in a supportive, educational setting.
Key Responsibilities
● Assist class leaders during children's theatre classes, ensuring all children are engaged, safe, and enjoying the class.
● Provide one-on-one support to children as needed, offering encouragement and helping them build their skills.
● Help manage the classroom and assist with activities or games that teach key theatre skills in a fun and interactive way.
● Ensure the class space is safe, tidy, and organised before, during, and after the class.
● Work with the class leader to ensure that children feel included, encouraged, and supported during their learning.
What skills do I need?
● Communication skills – Able to explain instructions clearly and in a way that is engaging for children.
● Patience – A calm, patient approach to working with children and supporting their needs.
● Organisation – Ability to keep track of materials, maintain a tidy learning environment, and assist with the flow of the class.
● Teamwork – Work well with the class leader and other volunteers to create a smooth-running, enjoyable class.
● Interest in theatre – A passion for theatre and a desire to help children explore and develop their artistic talents.
Posted for
Shrewsbury Musical Theatre Company CIC
Interests
- Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
Activities
- Art and Creativity
- General Helping
- Teaching and Training
- Youth Work
Details
- Certificate of public and employers liability that covers young people in all their activities with you
- Child protection policy
- Complaints Policy and procedures
- Confidentiality Policy
- DBS Policy for staff and volunteers
- Diversity Policy
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Ex-offenders Policy
- Expenses Policy
- Health and Safety Policy
- Regular Risk assessments of the work environment
- Safeguarding
- Volunteer Task/Role description
- Volunteering Policy & Agreements
- Vulnerable Adults Policy
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 06/02/2025
End Date: 06/02/2026
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Afternoon | No | No | No | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
Availability Details
Classes have yet to start but will either be a Saturday morning or early evening dependant upon class leader and volunteers availability. Support would be up to 4 hours per week.
Location
This opportunity can be carried out whilst working from home.
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