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by Better Together

Come have a chat and a cuppa! Your role will be to support us with our Conversation Café every Monday to provide a safe, informal and relaxed setting for local non-UK residents to improve their English language skills. Through general conversation, you will help people improve their confidence and communication.

Organisation description

The charity aims to improve the conditions of life for the residents of Smethwick by advancing education and providing facilities for recreation and leisure time occupation.

Address

Smethwick Baptist Church,
Regent Street
B66 3BQ Smethwick

Contact

Jane Alsop
07526 452696
bettertogethercio@gmail.com

Accessibility

Please contact us to discuss any access requirements

Preferred skills

We are seeking volunteers with patience and good listening skills. The sessions are very informal but any skills that can be shared to encourage communication are welcomed.

Experience gained

Volunteers will receive training in facilitating conversation groups. They will also improve their own confidence through interacting with other people in a safe and friendly environment.
Volunteers will receive information about other volunteer training opportunities in Sandwell. This opportunity is a good stepping stone for people wanting to go into ESOL teaching or classroom support.

Will the organisation carry out a DBS check?

No

Minimum age

18+

Age focus

  • Adults

Time of volunteering

  • Weekdays
  • Daytime

Categories

  • Mainly indoors
  • To learn new skills and improve my job prospects
  • To share my skills and creativity

If you would like to express an interest in this volunteering opportunity please complete the details below, including a contact email address or phone number, and click ‘Send’. The organisation will then get in touch with you directly

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