Intergenerational Storytime Session Facilitator

Intergenerational Storytime Session Facilitator

Posted for Newcastle City Library

Posted by Volunteer Centre Newcastle

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The Reading for Wellbeing team at Newcastle Libraries is looking for people who share our passion for the power of reading stories together to improve wellbeing and connect communities.  

The Tales Across time project aims to link older people and younger people for shared story times. Twice per half term, young people from Bridgewater Primary School will visit Addison Court, a local residential setting for older people aged 55+, and explore stories together.   

As a leader you will lead the session by reading a story to the group then supporting the older people to explore other books with the children in smaller groups/pairs. There may also be other activities related to the project, such as craft activities.   

We provide: 

• All books and resources needed 
• All risk assessments and paperwork 
• Liaison with the residential home and school 
• Induction and training  
• Support and advice from Reading for Wellbeing team 

You provide:  

• Bags of enthusiasm 
• Interest in working with people young and old 

What skills do I need?

• Ability to commit to sessions on a Wednesday afternoon on the dates stated below
• A friendly and approachable manner
• Good communication and listening skills
• A patient and sensitive approach
• Reliability
• An understanding of the need for confidentiality
• Understanding of health and safety issues