🇪🇸 ESC Volunteering in Spain 🧒 Supporting Children and Young People at a School 📚

Description

ROAD TO PARTICIPATION 2026 offers one in-country individual volunteering placement at Compañía de María School in Puente Genil, Spain, for a young person resident in Spain with fewer opportunities. The volunteer will join school life and support the educational development and participation of children and young people aged 3–16. Tasks may include assisting teachers, preparing non-formal learning workshops, supporting pupils with additional needs under staff supervision, conversation activities, school events and outdoor or summer activities. The volunteer will also promote the European Solidarity Corps, Erasmus+, active citizenship and inclusion. Activities will be adapted to the volunteer's learning goals and support needs; the placement will not replace paid employment.

Accommodation, food and transport arrangements

Support will be provided in accordance with European Solidarity Corps rules. The volunteer will receive suitable accommodation in Puente Genil, food support and pocket money of €6 per activity day. Eligible travel costs will be covered according to the applicable distance band. Local transport will be provided when necessary. The organisation will arrange the insurance or healthcare coverage required for an in-country participant and provide additional inclusion support based on documented needs.

Training during the activity

The volunteer will take part in the training and evaluation cycle required by the Spanish National Agency, including on-arrival training and mid-term evaluation when applicable. They will have access to EU Academy/Online Linguistic Support and ongoing non-formal learning activities. A tutor, different from the daily supervisor, will provide individual support. Learning objectives will be reviewed regularly and documented through Youthpass.

Participant profile

We are looking for one young person aged 18–30 who is legally resident in Spain and faces fewer opportunities. No previous experience or specific qualification is required. The participant should be motivated to work with children and young people, learn through non-formal education, cooperate in a team and contribute responsibly to school life. Interest in education, inclusion, active citizenship and European programmes is valued. Knowledge of Spanish is useful for daily activities; reasonable support and adaptations will be agreed according to the participant's needs. Selection will be inclusive and based on motivation, without discrimination.

Activity details

Activity type

Individual volunteering

Activity dates

From 01/10/2026 to 15/07/2027

Location

Susana Benitez 5 y 7, Puente Genil, Spain

Deadline

20/09/2026

Project code

2026-1-ES02-ESC51-VTJ-000402211

Topics

Looking for participants from

Only applicants from Spain can apply. The activity takes place in 🇪🇸 Spain.