The venue organiser is part of the Management Team with particular responsibility of finding and vetting suitable safe public spaces, such as libraries, leisure centres, community centres, etc for Readers and Coaches to meet.
- Ensuring there are sufficient suitable venues for reading pairs, in line with the Venue and Lone Worker Policy.
- Managing the relationship between the venues and the group and source new venues as the group grows.
- Finding organisations and businesses willing to offer a room or suitable space on their premises for your reading pairs to use at certain times of the week when it is not in use.
- Ensuring that the premises are suitable for Read Easy by using the Venue Checklist.
- Reporting on the venues arranged to the Management Team to gain their approval.
- Confirming the arrangements in writing with the venue provider.
- Keeping an up-to-date record of venues and regularly review venue arrangements.
- Supporting the Team in finding and booking other venues for Read Easy events.
- Attending Management Team meetings, typically every six to eight weeks
Skills
- Experience of networking or the confidence to contact local organisations to explain how each venue can support local people to improve their reading.
- Ability to develop strong working relationships with local venue providers.
- Good communication and people skills, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
- Reasonable confidence in using IT.
- The ability to use initiative and work independently.
- A willingness to abide by Read Easy policies and procedures.
- An open attitude that encourages two-way communication and willingness to ask for and offer support to the Team.
- A non-judgemental attitude and respect for others, with a commitment to equality and diversity, so that you can make everyone feel valued and included.
- Energy and enthusiasm with an average of one hour a week to commit to the role.
Details
- Accessibility
Not suitable for those who require disabled access. - Age restrictions
18+ only - DBS check required
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
Applicable if needed. - Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
Start Date: 07/07/2023
End Date: 27/02/2026
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
Availability Details
Times are flexible.
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