Volunteer School Workshops Assistant
🌟 Become a School Workshop Helper at Guildford Cathedral 🌟
Do you enjoy working with children? Could you help bring Christian festivals and Bible stories to life for local school groups?
We're looking for enthusiastic and friendly volunteers to support our popular school workshops, helping children explore the Christian faith through creative, interactive, and engaging activities.
🎨 Help deliver fun and inspiring learning experiences
👧 Support children as they learn through craft, drama and discussion
📖 Share the story and meaning of Christian festivals
🤝 Work alongside a welcoming and supportive team
Throughout the year, Guildford Cathedral hosts workshops for local schools focused on key Christian festivals, including Advent, Lent, Easter and Pentecost. Designed for different age groups, these sessions encourage children to learn through hands-on activities, storytelling, group discussion and creativity.
As a School Workshop Helper, you'll support the organisation and delivery of workshops, helping to lead small groups of children through activities and encouraging them to participate and explore new ideas. You'll also work alongside teachers, support staff and fellow volunteers to create a positive and memorable experience for every child.
No previous teaching experience is required — just enthusiasm, reliability, and a willingness to engage with young people. Training and support will be provided.
📍 Guildford Cathedral
📅 Opportunities throughout the year, linked to seasonal school workshops
🎓 Training and support provided
If you'd like to help inspire young people and support the Cathedral's educational work, we'd love to hear from you.
Full details of the vacancy can be seen via the role brief here.
Please contact our Volunteer Co-ordinator by email [email protected] or telephone 01483 547 860.
APPLICATION PROCESS FOR ALL VOLUNTARY POSITIONS
Interested? Or have further questions?
We would love to hear from you. Please contact our Volunteering Team by email at [email protected] or telephone 01483 547 860.
Application Form can be downloaded here.
You are welcome to submit a Curriculum Vitae, although all volunteers will be required to complete an application form and provide two references before commencing their role.
This role is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and the completion of safeguarding training, where applicable.
There will be an initial trial period to ensure that the role is a good fit for both you and the Cathedral. As part of your induction, you will receive all the information, training and support needed to help you settle into the role and thrive as a volunteer at Guildford Cathedral.