Cover Intermediate English Teacher for Refugees

Who we are:

Rainbow Haven began its work in 2003 after changes to asylum law and the asylum system in 2000 led to many asylum seekers being dispersed from the south east and housed in East Manchester. The initial pilot project developed into a twice weekly drop-in service which quickly became a respected and well used community resource.

The success of Rainbow Haven’s work in East Manchester led to another weekly drop-in being established in the Langworthy area of Salford. We have adapted to meet the changing needs of new arrivals, and continue to provide a place of welcome, support and opportunity for  asylum seekers, refugees and migrant workers new to Manchester and Salford.

Demand for our service continues, and we hope to continue to provide a community drop-in with all the support, activities and learning opportunities that make Rainbow Haven a unique community resource for as long as the need for our work is there.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an ESOL-qualified English teacher to cover our Intermediate English class (roughly Entry 2-3), Thursdays 10-12 from 23rd May to 4th July, with a possibility to continue with another class afterwards. A swap with another morning class may be possible.

What would you be doing as a volunteer?

Please come and be a part of our busy, friendly volunteer team! 

Our English volunteers deliver free English language classes for refugees, people seeking asylum, and other migrants who are struggling to access mainstream provision due to their situation. We have 3 English classes available each week in Gorton for people with low levels of English, and we are recruiting for an ESOL-qualified session leader for the Intermediate class.