SSI

About the Role

SSI’s MySpace - Homework and Assignment Hub is supported by our Community Development team. MySpace welcomes students living in Logan from Year 8 to 12 to drop in to assist with homework and projects. These sessions take into account the different literacy levels and cultural backgrounds of the participants and are delivered in partnership with local organisations. 

Homework and Assignment Hub Volunteer will alongside SSI Youths' Team and peers to support students either 1:1 or in small groups. Come check us out! 

When and commitment

Mondays & Wednesdays from 4:00pm-6:00pm during school term. 6 months commitment requested.

What you will do

• Assist in creating a welcoming, positive and inclusive environment for students
• Provide individual and small group support
• Provide feedback to students of their progress

Essential

• Experience of working with children or young people aged 5 to 18

• Ability to connect with school aged students

• Teaching/tutoring experience

• Knowledge of and experience in teaching 

Desirable

• Previous experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds

• Ability to communicate in a language other than English would be an advantage

Responsibility of volunteers

• Actively support SSI’s vision and values
• Adhere to SSI policies and procedures
• Follow all reasonable directions provided by the Program Manager, or delegate

Reimbursement

Volunteers will have access to reimbursement for all pre-approved expenses including reasonable travel expenses. Volunteers using their own vehicle will need to provide SSI with photocopies of their driver’s licence, comprehensive car insurance and current car registration.

Training

 Volunteers will be provided with access to SSI’s flexible, extensive and innovative training program.

Become a Community Refugee Welcome Centre Volunteer

The Community Refugee Welcome Centre is a safe and inclusive space where refugees and people seeking asylum lead, design, and participate in art, creativity and education programs, while forming meaningful connections with Inner West locals.

Along the well-trodden bay run of Sydney’s Inner West, inside the beautiful Callan Park, the Centre’s practice is grounded in love and care.

It is the only Welcome Centre of its kind in Sydney NSW, a creative and wellbeing space with social justice and human rights as our foundation.

We are looking for volunteers to help with delivering Centre activities such as general event support, arts-based activities, cooking and pathways to employment, so you can share your skills and passion with others.

If you’re interested, we’re having a Morning Tea for you to find out more.

Date: 15th May

Time: 10:00am -12:00pm

Location:  504 Wharf Rd, Lilyfield