Playgroup storyteller

We are a long established, thriving community stay and play renound for our friendly atmosphere running weekly sessions in the bright and spacious Lingwood Village Hall. We are seeking a volunteer to read a couple of stories/story sacks (these are interactive stories with props) to a small or medium size group of children during our sessions either regularly, on an ad-hoc basis (as per the volunteer's availability). This role would be suitable for either one person, or two people storytelling together or two people storytelling on different dates. It is suitable for someone who enjoys reading and/or wants to gain experience working with young children - the volunteer could attend for the whole session or just part of it as desired.

Our sessions include activities either craft or messy play, large range of toys, a nice comfy area for our smaller tots to enjoy tummy time and bright coloured play gyms and we supply healthy snacks and drinks for the children too. We have regular guests attend our sessions which include a Librarian, Dental nurse, Broadland police officers, Tropic Ambassador, UEA School of Psychology and we have our own Children's book stall selling new books very reasonably priced. During the year we also have special events/parties, and an annual outing as a group to a local attraction. In 2024 we were awarded the Norfolk Parent and Toddler Group Quality Mark and food hygiene 5* rating.  In 2025, we were shortlisted for Broadland District Council's Community Organisation of the Year Award.

We are open Tuesday mornings (school term time). We are within easy walking distance of Lingwood Train Station (direct trains from Norwich) and opposite bus stop served by buses from Rail Station/City Centre/Cringleford/Newmarket Road. Free car parking at venue. No experience necessary. Uniform provided. Please give all your details and background when applying. Minimum age 16 years. Do get in touch if you have any questions.