Intergenerational Storytime Session Facilitator

The Reading for Wellbeing team at Newcastle Libraries is looking for people who share our passion for the power of reading stories together to improve wellbeing and connect communities.  

The Tales Across time project aims to link older people and younger people for shared story times. Twice per half term, young people from Bridgewater Primary School will visit Addison Court, a local residential setting for older people aged 55+, and explore stories together.   

As a leader you will lead the session by reading a story to the group then supporting the older people to explore other books with the children in smaller groups/pairs. There may also be other activities related to the project, such as craft activities.   

We provide: 

  • All books and resources needed 
  • All risk assessments and paperwork 
  • Liaison with the residential home and school 
  • Induction and training  
  • Support and advice from Reading for Wellbeing team 

You provide:  

  • Bags of enthusiasm 
  • Interest in working with people young and old 
"This role forms part of Volunteer Passport Scheme Newcastle and requires you to complete a volunteer recruitment process including one day of training with Newcastle City Learning. Please note; roles may be subject to change, however on completing the volunteer recruitment process, you will gain access to all Passport Scheme volunteer roles
To join the Volunteer Passport Scheme, click and complete the application form Volunteer Passport Scheme Newcastle"

Skills

  • Ability to commit to sessions on a Wednesday afternoon on the dates stated below
  • A friendly and approachable manner
  • Good communication and listening skills
  • A patient and sensitive approach
  • Reliability
  • An understanding of the need for confidentiality
  • Understanding of health and safety issues

Details

  • Accessibility
    Accessible building with lift, but please contact if you have any specific accessibility requirements
  • Age restrictions
    19+ only
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Ongoing support
    Regular check-ins with Reading for Wellbeing staff Point of contact for any concerns or issues
  • Volunteer induction
    Full induction to the role will be provided, including: Introduction to volunteering within the council Introduction to wider Reading for Wellbeing project and its aims Training on facilitating interactive reading Opportunity to shadow story time session in the library Orientation to volunteering setting and staff present at first sessions to co-facilitate Other training and support as required
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 11/10/2024

End Date: 03/11/2025

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No No No
Afternoon No No Yes No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Wednesday afternoons:1.30-2.30pm Dates: 13th Nov, 27th Nov, 22nd Jan, 2nd Feb, 19th March, 2nd April, 30th April, 14th May, 25th June, 2nd July

Location

Addison Court
Wayside
Scotswood
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE15 6DD

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