Give a child a happy stay-over!

We're looking for a volunteer to spend lunchtime with a cheerful and enthusiastic 8-year-old boy. This is from 12:00 to 13:00 on school days. He attends the GSV (School for Children) at Sweelincklaan 4 in Groningen.

Between 12:00 and 12:25, children from several classes play outside with limited supervision. This can be a bit overwhelming for this boy. The school has indicated that he can't play outside without extra supervision. Currently, his parents pick him up during lunch, but that's becoming increasingly difficult to combine with work.

Because we want to give him his time to play, we're looking for a volunteer who can watch him during this time while he plays outside or who can take him for a walk or to a quiet playground. The class eats inside from 12:25 to 13:00. It would be great if you could join us. Two or three afternoons are a huge help, but if all else fails, we're also happy to accommodate just one day. Any day is possible except Wednesday. If you'd prefer to use this time in a different way, we'd be happy to discuss it with you.

Experience with children is helpful, but not required. We believe it's especially important that you have a passion for children. You're also sociable, patient, and engaged.