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💡Inspire Young Minds at Medlock Primary School!💡- Week commencing 26th January (Exact date TBC)
Organisation Details
University of Manchester Volunteering & Awards Team
Sub theme: Children, Culture, Education, Youth Work and Young People
Description of role: Are you a university student passionate about inspiring the next generation? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to take part in an Aspirations Workshop at Medlock Primary School!
💡 What will you be doing?
You’ll deliver a short, interactive session designed for primary school pupils, where you will:
• Share your university experience and subject of study
• Inspire young learners by talking about your academic journey
• Spark curiosity and help pupils explore the exciting possibilities for their future
💡 Why get involved?
This is a fantastic opportunity to:
• Build confidence in public speaking and communication
• Gain valuable experience working with and engaging young people
You can present individually or as part of a small group of 2–3 students. If you are applying as a group, please be sure to indicate this in your application.
Your total volunteering commitment is expected to be 5 hours, which includes both preparation and delivery time.
Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email with further details. The workshops will take place during the week commencing 26 January. The exact date will be confirmed at a later date, as it is dependent on teacher availability.
If you have any questions, please contact beth.carson@manchester.ac.uk.
💡 What will you be doing?
You’ll deliver a short, interactive session designed for primary school pupils, where you will:
• Share your university experience and subject of study
• Inspire young learners by talking about your academic journey
• Spark curiosity and help pupils explore the exciting possibilities for their future
💡 Why get involved?
This is a fantastic opportunity to:
• Build confidence in public speaking and communication
• Gain valuable experience working with and engaging young people
You can present individually or as part of a small group of 2–3 students. If you are applying as a group, please be sure to indicate this in your application.
Your total volunteering commitment is expected to be 5 hours, which includes both preparation and delivery time.
Successful applicants will receive a confirmation email with further details. The workshops will take place during the week commencing 26 January. The exact date will be confirmed at a later date, as it is dependent on teacher availability.
If you have any questions, please contact beth.carson@manchester.ac.uk.
Skills / qualities associated with the role: Creative Skills, Oral Communication Skills, Public Speaking
Are volunteer expenses available?: No
Duration of role: One day / week only
Start date:
End date:
Opportunity times: Monday Morning, Monday Afternoon, Monday Evening, Tuesday Morning, Tuesday Afternoon, Tuesday Evening, Wednesday Morning, Wednesday Afternoon, Wednesday Evening, Thursday Morning, Thursday Afternoon, Thursday Evening, Friday Morning, Friday Afternoon, Friday Evening, Saturday Morning, Saturday Afternoon, Saturday Evening, Sunday Morning, Sunday Afternoon, Sunday Evening
DBS required: Off
Can reasonable adjustments be made regarding additional needs?: Yes
Minimum hours commitment: 5
Location:
Wadeson Rd
Manchester
M13 9UJ