Volunteer with Compass
Volunteers are an integral part of the Compass Program.
Compass volunteers provide profound educational opportunities to students at our partner schools. They help school students with reading and homework, and deliver enriched learning experiences. Hundreds of school students across Sydney have benefited from the expertise and enthusiasm of the yellow shirted Compass volunteers.
We are seeking passionate and committed individuals to volunteer with Compass. This is your chance to take part in a program that is making a significant contribution to the wider community.
Why volunteer?
By committing only 3 hours per week, you can:
- Make a difference in the lives and education of school students.
- Improve your skills through the comprehensive volunteer training program and gain experience that employers seek.
- Change your perspective as you become a valued member of our schools’ diverse communities.
- Have fun, meet like-minded volunteers and make new friends.
Find out what our volunteers think of their experience.
Volunteer opportunities
We run a number of successful programs in our partner schools, with opportunities to suit all volunteers.
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Program |
Focus |
Setting |
Commitment |
|---|---|---|---|
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Literacy tutoring |
One-on-one |
Weekly |
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Literacy tutoring |
One-on-one or small groups |
Weekly |
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Homework help |
One-on-one or small groups |
Weekly |
|
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Interactive presentations |
Classroom |
Flexible |
How to get involved
Register your interest in volunteering and we will contact you when applications open in late February.
There are three steps to becoming a Compass volunteer.
Application
Complete an application form outlining your volunteering interests and availability. The form will be available on this website when applications open and will take 15-20 minutes to complete.
Interview
All applications will be reviewed by Compass staff. Shortlisted applicants will then be contacted by phone to arrange 30 minute interviews with Compass staff at the University of Sydney, Camperdown campus.
If you are shortlisted for interview, you will need to complete a NSW Working with Children Check Applicant Declaration and Consent form and bring it with you to the interview. You will also need to bring 100 points of identification (original documents only).
Compass staff will conduct referee checks of applicants after interviews.
Training
Successful applicants must attend Compass volunteer training.
New volunteers will begin at schools after successful completion of training.
If you have any questions about volunteering with Compass, please read our Frequently Asked Questions or .