United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland: ESOL4Women Befriending project

Background

Al-Khair Foundation is a UK – based international relief and development organisation that has developed rapidly since its establishment in 2003. Our focus is to help and empower disadvantaged communities in the UK and around the world. Some of the key areas we work in are Emergency Response, Water, Education, Healthcare and Livelihood.

The Role
Our befrienders will play a crucial role as part of our brand new ESOL & Employability project. This role will be suitable for women aged 18+ with a proven interest in teaching English & basic life skills to brand new learners and empowering the most vulnerable people in society.

As a befriender, you will be matched with a client who has just completed an 8-week pre-entry/entry level level English class. Every week, you will meet with them for 1-2 hours at various Central London locations in order to help them put what they have learnt into practice. The aim of the project is to increase their confidence to be able to better involve themselves in their communities. The is a pilot programme which will last for 6 weeks.

Main Responsibilities:
Help the client to:

1. 
   

   Solidify subject material covered during their ESOL classes;

   
   


2. 
   

   Address any difficulties or gaps in understanding;

   
   


3. 
   

   Boost their confidence in engaging with the public;

   
   


4. 
   

   Prepare for their exam;

   
   


5. 
   

   Reduce their social isolation;

   
   


6. 
   

   Any other duties commensurate with the accountabilities of the post.

   
   

Key Qualifications & Skills
Essential: Previous befriending experience
Fluent in English

Desirable: Proven interest in teaching ESOL and basic life skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail
Good interpersonal skills with an approachable personality
Patient
Strong organisational and diplomacy skills
Ability to effectively work within a team environment and on own initiative
Demonstrate interest in poverty alleviation and community support within the UK

DBS check will be covered and travel expenses will be reimbursed.