We are seeking host families who would be willing to offer an invitation to an International Student for a day or a weekend, or for a few days at Christmas. If you have an interest in people from other lands and cultures, then this is a great way of forging international friendships. You can “host” once a year or several times and we try and match you with students who share your interests. A token amount towards expenses is paid after a visit to those hosts who request it. There is much more information about becoming a host on our hosts pages.
Regional Organisers – HOST
Each one of our team of around 40 volunteer Regional Organisers (RO) manages an area of the UK. Some do it on their own and some do it jointly with their partner (or other family member or friend) or with another HOST RO
The job involves placing students with appropriate families based on given criteria. A friendly telephone manner and appreciation of the value of volunteers is essential. The job also includes some publicity work and recruiting of new hosts, including visiting prospective hosts in their homes. Candidates living in the specified areas are preferred.
There is the opportunity to undertake liaison with local institutions and students. There is support from the London Office and from Regional Organisers in neighbouring regions.
Time commitment: This depends on a number of factors, and also varies during the year. Most ROs find the job is best done in odd hours here and there throughout the week, rather than dedicating a particular day to it. During the busiest period (late autumn), these hours would add up to a couple of days per week.
Time scale: We would hope that this could be a long-term commitment.
Other: Travel expenses and other charges incurred, such as phone bills, will be reimbursed.
In particular we are seeking:
• Regional Organiser for the North East of England
• Regional Organiser for Hereford & Worcester
• Regional Organiser for Shropshire
• Regional Organiser for East Riding of Yorkshire
• Regional Organiser for East Midlands and Warwickshire
• Regional Organiser for Scottish Highlands and Islands
If you are interested in the Host or Regional Organiser role with HOST, please send as email stating your preferred opportunity to volunteers@tpp.co.uk quoting reference FRAK004.