Volunteering

Volunteers at our school bring with them a range of skills and experience that can enhance the learning opportunities of pupils.  The school therefore welcomes and encourages volunteers from the local community.

Our volunteers include:

~ Members of the Governing Body

~ Parents of pupils

~ Students on work experience

~ Students from Tring School

~ School Readers

The types of activities that volunteers engage in, on behalf of the school, include:

~ Hearing pupils read

~ Working with small groups of pupils to assist them in their learning

~ Accompanying school visits

 Safeguarding

Dundale Primary School is committed to safeguarding pupils, young people and vulnerable adults and expect its volunteers to share that commitment.

Becoming a Volunteer

Anyone wishing to become a volunteer, either for a one off event such as a school visit or on a more regular basis, e.g. hearing pupils read, usually approaches a member of the Senior Leadership team or a member of the office team.  All volunteers must then be agreed by the Headteacher.

If you are looking at becoming a regular volunteer then further information / checks need to be done under safeguarding rules.

Definition

Activity which is described as ‘frequent’ or ‘intensive’ covers the meaning given in the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006.

~ ‘frequent’ – once a week or more often on an ongoing basis; and

~ ‘intensive’ – three or more occasions in a 30 day period

Process for recruiting a Volunteer who will be working frequently or intensively

1. The candidate will attend the school for an informal discussion to ensure that they are suitable for the role
2. An enhanced DBS check will be undertaken
3. The volunteer will be made aware of the role and responsibilities they will be undertaking
4. If appropriate, two references should be sought where the volunteer arrangement will continue on a regular basis.
5. Once agreed, an Induction session will be arranged at which school policies and documentation will be explained and issued.
6. Volunteer records will be kept in the school office.

If you are interested in volunteering then please contact us.