Maidenhead & Windsor

Maidenhead Royal Borough libraries are on the lookout for book-loving teenagers to be lead characters in a fun-packed summer tale.

Young people between the ages of 14 and 17 years are invited to volunteer as Maidenhead summer helpers, encouraging and motivating younger readers at libraries throughout the borough.

The Maidenhead teenage summer helper programme runs from June to September and is a great opportunity for teenagers looking for:

· Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award community service opportunities
· Millennium Volunteers community service opportunities
· something fun and rewarding to do over the summer.

As well as chatting to children about books they have read, teenage helpers encourage children to take part in and complete the children’s summer reading challenge, and hand out motivational gifts plus a certificate and medal to those who complete the challenge of reading at least six books during the summer holidays. The helpers may also get involved with children's summer activities.

Full training is provided and participants will receive a certificate on completion of their service.

Potential volunteers are invited to attend either of two sign-up sessions during half-term:

· Windsor Library: Wednesday May 30 from 4 – 5pm
· Maidenhead Library: Thursday May 31 from 2 – 3pm

Alternatively they can contact the young people’s team on 01628 796969 or at maidenhead.library@rbwm.gov.uk

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead