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Volunteer Skills Coach

The Access Project

Helping a young person develop essential skills, by leading online coaching sessions (Jan-June 2027)

Detailed Description

As a volunteer coach with The Access Project, you’ll enable young people aged 16-17 to develop essential skills, setting them up for success at university and in their future career. You’ll do this by delivering six one-to-one coaching sessions over the course of the programme, which runs from January to June 2027. All sessions take place online and are scheduled flexibly, enabling you to volunteer from anywhere in the UK at a time that works for you.

Activities you will be doing

Advice, Information & Support,Teaching & Training

What skills are required for this role

Evaluating & Reviewing, Organising & Planning

Why these skills are required

To be eligible to coach, you’ll need to: • Have completed an undergraduate degree or have 3+ years of professional experience • Be able to commit to delivering six coaching sessions per young person between January and June 2027 • Be willing to complete relevant training, provide two references, and undertake a DBS check (cost covered by The Access Project) • Be based in the UK for the duration of the programme

What is in it for you

As a coach, you will: • Help young people take their next steps with confidence, by strengthening their communication, organisation, collaboration and problem-solving skills. • Draw on your own experience to share valuable insights and provide personalised guidance through your sessions. • Make a tangible impact on young people’s ability to raise their aspirations, access top universities, and achieve social mobility.

Time Commitment

6 hours over 6 months, between January and June 2027

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Online - Open to all UK-based volunteers.

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Application Process
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Suitable For
18+
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