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Cities for Children
Holborn, Greater London (Hybrid)
London, Greater London
Unpaid role, expenses paid
Voluntary

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Job description

About Us

Cities for Children believes that all children deserve the “Right to Childhood” – the right to learn and play in safety. Guided by our mantra that “happy memories build resilience,” we weave together three core strands of work—the Right to Read, the Right to Play, and the Right to Feel Safe—to reinforce learning and wellbeing for vulnerable children. Our mission is to provide safe, nurturing social and material environments important for the development and individual well-being of children in and around cities, including street-connected children, working children, and those from refugee, displaced or migrant communities.

Role Overview

Cities for Children is looking for compassionate and enthusiastic volunteers to support our work bringing playful learning to refugee children in transitional housing in West London. These sessions are designed to help children build confidence, resilience, and English language skills, while fostering a sense of belonging and joy in their new environment. 

This is your opportunity to step into a role where your kindness creates real change. You will be a crucial part of a child’s journey towards settling in the UK, gaining valuable, hands-on experience with an international NGO dedicated to child wellbeing and humanitarian response. 

Commitment

  • Day/Time: 2 days a week

  • Dates: 13 July - 1 September

  • Location: West London (Exact locations shared upon successful application)

Key Responsibilities

  • Support lead facilitator in delivering playful, interactive learning activities (such as arts, storytelling, and games) and help with setup and pack-up.

  • Build rapport with the children to encourage active participation and maintain a safe, welcoming, and positive environment.

  • Support data collection, documentation and evaluation activities. 

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who: 

  • Has an academic background in social sciences or education (preferred). 

  • Is able to engage children, particularly those from vulnerable backgrounds. Experience with refugee or asylum-seeking children is a bonus but not required. 

  • Is patient, empathetic, and culturally sensitive, with an understanding of the challenges refugee children face as they adapt to a new country. 

  • Communicates effectively and works collaboratively with the main facilitator and other team members. 

  • Is enthusiastic and reliable, committed to attending sessions every Thursday. 

  • Has an enhanced DBS check.


 

Support Provided

  • A structured session plan will be created by the main facilitator for you to follow. 

  • Guidance and training on working with vulnerable children will be provided. 

  • Reasonable travel expenses covered. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is strongly encouraged.

Organisation
Cities for Children View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 1 - 5

We work to protect the "right to a childhood" for vulnerable children - the right to read and play in safety.

Posted on: 16 June 2026
Closing date: 29 June 2026 at 00:00
Tags: International Development, Early Years, Education, Mental Health, Refugee / Immigration, Youth / Children

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