Fylde - Libraries

Overview

Do you love reading and the library?

Are you able to regularly commit to sharing your passion for books with others a few hours each week?

Are you between 12-17 years?                        

Then volunteering to be a Reading Hack would be a great opportunity for you.

Reading Hack – Volunteer activities for young people aged 12- 17 years

Every year the Lancashire Summer Reading Challenge generates the need for reading hacks to help keep young people reading and motivated.

As a Reading Hack we are offering you a chance to:

• Share your skills and interests with others

• Take part in an introduction programme with support from a designated member of staff as a contact for assistance and feedback

• Training and support

Tasks

What are you volunteering for?

Activities may include:

• Helping children to read/chose books

• Planning and promoting library offers and events

• Assisting and running a variety of activities

• Other activities-in agreement with staff at the library

• Log volunteering hours where applicable via an on-line computer system

What are we asking for from you?

• Attendance at an agreed time

• To behave in accordance with library rules and regulations

• To comply with the Volunteer Acceptable Use Guidelines

Qualities

What type of skills and personal qualities do young volunteers aged 12+ need?

The volunteer should:

• Be a good communicator

• Have patience and understanding

• Be friendly and approachable

• Be reliable and committed

Please speak to a member of staff at the library before applying