Volunteer to help a child Read , Grow and Succeed
Can you spare 3 hours per week to help a child , read , grow and succeed ?
Beanstalk is a national literacy charity that trains and supports volunteers to work in primary schools with children who have fallen behind with their reading . We are currently looking for volunteers in Stoke-on- Trent , Staffordshire and Cheshire and would like you to consider volunteering for us . Alternatively , you may wish to pass our details to someone you know , who might wish to volunteer for us .
As a Beanstalk reading helper you will work with three children for two 30 minute sessions a week , during term-time on a oneto-one basis , giving them your full attention and support to improve reading levels , increase overall confidence and inspire a lifelong love of reading . Together , you will read , play and talk . With your support the child ’ s approach to learning and enjoying reading will be transformed .
Volunteering as a Beanstalk reading helper is extremely rewarding , makes a lasting difference to children ’ s lives and is a great way to give something back to your local community .
For more information , please contact Gail Washington on 01782 827375 email : gail . washington @ beanstalkcharity . org . uk or visit : www . beanstalkcharity . org . uk
Beanstalk is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment . Registered Charity number 296454
6 August / September 2013