The University of Melbourne (UoM) Learning Club is a partnership between the University of Melbourne, The Smith Family and Hume Central Secondary College. It aims to support school students in Years 7 to 9 to improve their learning skills, complete their homework tasks, build confidence and expand their aspirations through one-on-one or small group tutoring.
The Smith Family is a children's charity helping disadvantaged Australian children to get the most out of their education.
This Learning Club Volunteer Tutor role offers the opportunity for you to use and enhance your tutoring, mentoring, and relationship skills, alongside other passionate UoM students.
As a participant in this program, you will receive:
- Special training from The Smith Family to prepare you to be a volunteer tutor (online training session in April 2022, exact date TBC)
- The opportunity to develop great skills for your future employability
Program Details
The Learning Club will run at Hume Central Secondary College. You will be placed at one of two campuses:
Tuesdays - Blair Street Campus (62-70 Blair St, Broadmeadows, VIC 3047) 2:30pm – 4:30pmon:
- 3, 10, 17 & 24 May
- 19 & 26 July
- 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 August
- 6 & 13 September
- 4, 11 & 18 October
Wednesdays - Dimboola Road Campus (49 Dimboola Road, Broadmeadows, VIC 3047) 2:30pm – 4.30pm on:
4, 11, 18 & 25 May
20 & 27 July
3, 10, 17, 24 & 31 August
7 & 14 September
5, 12 & 19 October
Please note, tutors choose either Tuesday or Wednesday (not both days) and dates may be subject to change. All session dates and whether sessions are able to run on campus are subject to change (depending on current school and Victorian Government requirements and COVID-19 safe policies).
On behalf of The Smith Family and Hume Central Secondary College, we would like to thank you for sharing your skills to empower Australian children in need. The Smith Family is a children's charity helping disadvantaged Australian children to get the most out of their education. To read more about The Smith Family and our Learning Clubs, visit: www.thesmithfamily.com.au/programs/learning-clubs
Successful applicants must meet the competencies and skills described in the POSITION DESCRIPTION while supporting The Smith Family’s vision, belief, mission and core values.
Testimonials from previous University of Melbourne volunteer tutors at The Smith Family Broadmeadows Learning Club:
“I would recommend being a Learning Club tutor first and foremost because it allows you to develop yourself outside of university study and grades. Not everything about growth at university is about grades, and volunteering with such a well-known organisation as The Smith Family is a rare opportunity. The opportunity to help with The Smith Family will look good for future job prospects but also volunteering is rewarding. You are given a chance to positively impact a student’s life and experiences like that are well worth your time”
“I was hesitant, I wasn’t sure if I’d have the time, wasn’t sure if I’d be welcomed. Wowzas was I wrong – being a tutor with The Smith Family has been incredibly rewarding, welcoming, and fun and genuinely became a highlight of each week. I felt comfortable from the first day onwards – and from there you’ll immediately see just how much of an impact you’ll be making on the lives of these kids. I cannot recommend it enough”
“To me personally, it was my way of giving back. I was a scholarship recipient throughout both high school and university – I felt that someone helped me learn and become more knowledgeable so I should do the same. More of a ripple effect. The Smith Family was the best way for me to go about it and when I heard some of the back stories – the kids I tutored truly deserved the help. It provided me with a sense of purpose.”
“Being a tutor with The Smith Family is an experience like no other. It is a great learning curve, a source of positivity and a real way to make a difference. The students and the coordinators are all wonderful, and it offers great potential for personal and professional growth. I’d recommend it because it’s an incredible fulfilling experience.”
APPLY NOW to become a Learning Club tutor! Applications CLOSE midnight Wednesday 2 March 2022
COVID-SAFE INFORMATION:
As your health and wellbeing is a priority, The Smith Family Learning club will minimize the risks associated with the COVID-19 virus, and that you feel safe and comfortable when volunteering. The Learning Clubs will run as per the latest COVID-safe government guidelines, which may include but it is not limited to: 1.5 m physical distancing, appropriate hygiene protocols and a shift to online program delivery if required.