Homework Club Facilitator - Primary

Are you a welcoming, supportive and engaging person, passionate about inclusive learning and play, and ready to use your skills to create a safe, fun and respectful educational space for children from diverse ethnic backgrounds?Govan Community Project provides a holistic range of support for individuals and families in the asylum and refugee community. Our Homework Clubs are a community education project, primarily designed to support children and families with lived experience of seeking refuge/the asylum process to better understand and engage with the Scottish school curriculum. We are recruiting a Homework Club Facilitator to support the Primary-age group (6-12yrs+).You will be responsible for supporting and facilitating two after school club sessions for primary school aged children each week, creating and maintaining a safe, supportive and positive educational environment for participants to engage with their school work and academic development. The role also includes co-planning/facilitation of a range of formal and informal enrichment activities, including for the Spring, Summer and October school holiday programmes. You will also ensure the sessions and activities best meet the needs, learning levels and interests of attendees.We are looking for someone who:Has experience working/volunteering with primary school aged children in a youth work, community education or school-based settingHas experience/knowledge of tailoring learning materials to best support primary school-aged children’s academic learningHas knowledge/understanding of the barriers faced by individuals in the asylum process in relation to education and attainmentHas knowledge/experience of trauma-informed approaches to working with vulnerable children and familiesHas knowledge/understanding of child protection proceduresHas a flexible working approach and excellent time management skillsCan work on own initiative and as part of a team, using strong interpersonal and communication skillsWhy join us?An opportunity to use your skills for meaningful social change.Be part of a supportive, values-led team.Work collaboratively with a diverse and inspiring community.Contribute to work that challenges injustice and builds community hope.Working with usOffice-based in Cardonald with public transport links/free parking.35 days annual leave (pro rata, including 6 floating public holiday days).Contractual sick pay & Employee Assistance Programme.Regular team wellbeing activities.Our commitment to inclusionWe are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation. We recognise the unique skills and experience that each individual brings. We would particularly welcome applications from people with lived experience of migration, the asylum system, or displacement. As members of the Experts by Experience Employment Network, we encourage you to access support and guidance here: ebeemployment.org.uk/ebe