IELTS Writing Task 1

Unpaid Work At School

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WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

A local school has advertised for people to do unpaid work helping at the school. You would like to do some work at the school in your free time.

Write a letter to the school principal. In your letter

• explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the school

• say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do

• give details of when you would be available for this work

Write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir or Madam,

Top rated answers

Here are the 5 highest scoring answers by real-users for this IELTS Writing Task 1 Letter Writing topic.

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

1 month 4 days ago

Dear Madam, I am witing this letter with regards to the advertisement that is published in local newspaper about unpaid worker required by your school. I would like to apply for this work as I am a college student and have a lot of free time after my classes are over. I can easily balance my studies with some kind of charitable work. Furthermore, I will be of great help in preparing study materials for the primary class students since I have previous experience in similar kind work of work while helping my uncle in the past, who was also a school teacher. Also, the fact that, I love doing such work especially, when it comes to helping in the educational development of young children. Additionally, I would like to confirm my availability from coming Monday. Also, as already mentioned earlier, I will be available in the second half after my college between 2pm and 5pm. Please provide your response as an acknowledgement to my letter. I am waiting for you positive response. Yours sincerely, Jayesh Pandit

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

2 months 13 days ago

Dear Madam, I am writing in regard to the advertised position for people offering for service without any remuneration at your school during weekends which came out in The Telegraph last Sunday. It gives me immense pleasure to extend my support to the children who come from under privileged section of the society and I would like to be a part of your endeavour. First of all, I would like to state that I have graduated in Political Science from a reputed college and have also received my MBA degree in the year 2009. Moreover, my entire education was done from an English medium school, hence I would like to teach at your school as a social cause. I have been an IT professional for quite sometime but being an educator has always been my passion. I am capable of teaching English and Social Science which I am sure is a part of your curriculum. I am available on weekends both in the morning and evening. Furthermore, your institute falls on my way to work and every morning when I see those innocent faces learning, it brings joy to my heart. As a responsible citizen, I believe, it is my duty to offer help in teaching these young minds so that they have a bright future and are relieved from poverty. This in turn can prosper our economy as a whole. I am hopeful that I have all the relevant experience required. Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely, Sudeshna Chakravarty

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

2 months 15 days ago

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to express my interest in doing voluntary work at your school "St. Aloysious " in my spare time. I would like to thank you for bringing such an opportunity that will enhance my abilities and give me a chance to showcase my talents. Moreover, I would get more experience, consequently, helping me in my future endeavours. I could take extra classes in science subjects for the 11th and 12th class students especially biology because it is my expertise. I am a physiotherapist and have all the knowledge of the subject that may help children to give outstanding performance. Although I work in a clinic from Monday to Friday, I could come on a Saturday or a Sunday. Moreover, my husband remains at home on weekends, making it easy for me to leave my 2-year-old daughter with him. I request you to allow me to bring my daughter with me if any emergency arises. Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Thanking you! Yours faithfully, Fatma Ajmal

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

2 months 17 days ago

Dear Mrs. Smith, I am writing this letter in reference to the recent advertisment posted in local newspaper regarding assistance needed for unpaid work at your school. I would like to nominate myself for this. I am a freelancer who loves to teach dance to youngsters. I have always dreamt of becoming a teacher but due to personal commitments I am unable to do a proper 9-5 job. This motivated me to conduct free online dance classes and teach young generation about different dance styles. This is one of the reason I would like to volunteer myself for providing aid at work in your school. I will be able to conduct dance classes for children aged between 4-12 years. I will also be able to conduct these classes thrice a week, anywhere between 10 am to 3 pm considering my husband leaves early for work and my kids go to school. I am really excited about this opportunity and would like to hear it back from you soon. Yours sincerly, Anchal Tewari

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

2 months 24 days ago

Dear Sir or Madam, I hope you are doing well. I have seen your advertisement in Hindustan Times, about the volunteer activities in your school. I am writing this letter to express my interest to volunteer in upgradation of school's technical requirements. School plays a vital role in students' growth. I completed my schooling from a local village school, where even fundamental amenities were not available. Our school teacher was supporting village's young minds to fulfil their educational needs. I believe my small support may help students in their studies. As I am an engineer with expertise in energy efficiency, I would like to upgrade your electrical system to make it more efficient and to unable it to cater the enhanced load requirements. This will not only help you to reduce the monetory expense on energy, but also will help students to learn about new technologies. Being a corporate employee, it would be dificult for me to work in weekdays, but I can schedule few weekend hours to work on the system. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours faithfully, Ankit Kumar

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Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

3 months 26 days ago

Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my strong desire to volunteer at your esteemed school during my off-time. Although a full-time data scientist, I consider myself a life-long learner and would be keen to share my knowledge and experience in the academics. Through your website, I learnt that management at your school is actively inviting applications with proficiency in technical skills. I am delighted to inform you that I am not only technically savvy but also demonstrate excellent pedagogical skills. Moreover, in my job I seldom get enough opportunity to communicate and interact. My professional portfolio, displays all the project details I had undertaken during my leisure time. You can access my portfolio by visiting the URL link from the signature below. The portal will also have link to my youtube channel, that have recorded contents especially curated for school-going children. Due to my busy schedule I will be available only on weekends and I would be glad to connect with you virtually to discuss this further. Looking forward to collaborate with you. Yours Faithfully, James www.learnersparadise.com

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

4 months 10 days ago

Dear Sir or Madam, I, Dr.Bharath.M, am writing this letter to you expressing interest in your recent advertisement for providing help at your school. I would find it more than a pleasure to offer my services at your disposal for the betterment of this school and its students. I would be grateful if you could kindly oblige and allow me to help with whatever is necessary, as i have been a student of this school myself in childhood. In addition, it would be beneficial if i could apply as a part time biology teacher, for it is an area of my expertise and I shall engage the students whole heartedly. In case there is any need for donations, I could help in this too by making one of my own amount, and further aid in garnering additional doantions from the contacts known personally to me. As for matters regarding when I would be able to volunteer, my schedule allows me to be free on Tuesday and Friday mornings, during which you are more than welcome to avail my time. Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours Faithfully, Dr. Bharath.M

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

5 months 11 days ago

Dear Sir or Madam, I hope you are doing well. I came across an article yesterday, in the times of India newspaper, in which you had mentioned the requirement of a person who is willing to do unpaid voluntary work at your school. I am currently working as a accountant in the company called Ernst and Young, as I am having a tight schedule on weekdays, so I am available to do this voluntary work on saturdays and sundays. I always wanted to do such volunteer work since childhood, I have always achieved higher grades in mathematics since my school days. I am willing to do such work in order to share my knowledge of mathematics to the pupils of your school. This will help them in upgrading their knowledge. I am also keen to give them a visual presentation on the projector, this will make them understand the equations well by heart.Additionally, this will improve their calculation skills. I hope you will give me a chance to be of some help to your pupils. Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours faithfully, Puneet Sharma

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

5 months 19 days ago

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to apply in response to an advertisment for volunteer work at the school during my free time. Growing up, I've enjoyed participating in community work and it has greatly shaped who I am. Some of the best lessons I've learned are from the different volunteer groups I've joined over the years and this would be a great oppotunity for me to blend into the new school. I am good at planning and execution, as well as keeping a track of inventory. I've recently heard that the college canteen is revamping the menu, and i would be resourceful there. I have classes from Monday to Thurday till 2 PM. I will be free post the class everyday from 2 PM to 6 PM and also from 10 AM to 6 PM on friday and Saturday. I hope you consider my candidature. I am happy to provide any further documents required. Thanking you, Yours sincerely, Geetika

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

4 months 9 days ago

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing this letter to show my interest for volunteer work at your school in my free time. I am a teacher so I know education is mandatory for each and every student. This is one the major reason why I am interested in this work. Secondly, nowadays it is very hard for poor people to educate their child so I believe that with this work I can atleast help some impoverished children in their edification. I am working as an English trainer in private institute, and I have 5 years experience in teaching. This skill will prove fruitful for students of your school. Therefore, I am always there for your assistance in teaching this international language. As I am a workaholic person, I am able to devote time for students in evening only, from 5 pm to 8 pm, since I am busy in morning time. Also, every Saturday I have day off, so it will also be the best time for voluntary work. Looking forward to hearing from you soon! Yours faithfully, Khushi

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

3 months 22 days ago

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to show my profound interest in the advert published by your school for carring out voluntary tasks in the campus. I am always facinated by pro bono work. when I was growing up I had helped in the old age home near our home. Additionally, I had a chance to teach kids in school after my graduation. The kinds of work which interests me are landscaping, teaching pupils and carring out administrative work. Pupils are backbone of any country and teaching them would give me immence pleasure and satisfaction. Furthermore, I can take hobby classes for kids in area of art and craft, as this is also my major in school. As I am a full time student pursuing my graduation degree, I am only available in the weekends or on public holidays. Moreover, I can do evening classes also, however, that will only be possible after 3 PM. Please feel free to e-mail me or call on 324567 anytime after 3 PM, I will be glad to help. Kind Regards, John Doe

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

3 months 14 days ago

Dear Sir or Madam, This letter is written by me in response to the advertisement released by your prestigious school for hiring unpaid workers. I believe I would be a perfect fit for this job. I have been searching for some volunteering opportunities in our local community, as I am currently on a semester break. Moreover, I am a second-year student at the local university under the social service program. Hence, if I get a chance to work at the school, it would count as a useful experience in my future endeavors. I have worked a few times as a volunteer at our yearly local fair. Therefore, I am skilled in tasks like food preparation, event organization, and the usual janitorial duties. Additionally, I am the oldest sibling in my household, which makes me familiar with handling kids. As far as my availability is concerned, I am free in the afternoons and evenings during the weekdays. If you hope to schedule an interview, I am available anytime this weekend. Looking forward to hearing back from you. Thank you for your time.

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

3 months 6 days ago

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing this letter in response to the advertisement for people to do unpaid work at your school. My name is Karnika Rathore and I am a french language teacher, currently working as a free-lancer. Therefore, I have some spare time I would like to put to good use. Furthermore, I always wanted to give back to the society, and what better way than empowering the next generation. That said, I strongly believe in today's fast-paced world every individual should be bilingual if not multilingual. Hence I would like to teach french to the students of your school. It would not only expand their understanding and vocabulary but, also introduce them to a new world of different culture, history, food, and heritage. I am usually free on Tuesdays and Fridays during the morning hours. Looking forward to hearing from you at your earliest convience. Yours Faithfully Karnika Rathore

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

2 months 25 days ago

Dear Sir /Madam This is with reference to your advertisement dated 16th Jan '25 on the voluntary services in your school My name is Alamelu A , working as Project Manager in a IT company . I would like to spend my weekend time by making myself engaged in the activities which I would like to perform . I came across your advertisement and I would like to do some voluntary tasks in your school. Basically I feel relaxed and sress free when I am involved in this type of social services. Mainly I love to work without pay in school since this gives me a sense of satisfaction The kind of work I would like to take is mentoring students with a session on physical and mental health awareness . Also I would like to involve myself in teaching Tamil subject which I feel very important that one should be well verse in native language I am available on Saturday between 11 am and 5 pm IST and during weekdays I am available between 4 pm and 5 pm IST Please let me know on when can I resume this activity Yours faithfully Alamelu A

Band 6-7

IELTS Learner

1 month 4 days ago

Dear Madam, I am witing this letter with regards to the advertisement that is published in local newspaper about unpaid worker required by your school. I would like to apply for this work as I am a college student and have a lot of free time after my classes are over. I can easily balance my studies with some kind of charitable work. Furthermore, I will be of great help in preparing study materials for the primary class students since I have previous experience in similar kind work of work while helping my uncle in the past, who was also a school teacher. Also, the fact that, I love doing such work especially, when it comes to helping in the educational development of young children. Additionally, I would like to confirm my availability from coming Monday. Also, as already mentioned earlier, I will be available in the second half after my college between 2pm and 5pm. Please provide your response as an acknowledgement to my letter. I am waiting for you positive response. Yours sincerely, Jayesh Pandit

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