VOLUNTEER - Royal Berkshire Charity (unpaid)

NHS

  • Reading
  • Voluntary
  • Part-time
  • 1 day ago
If you live in the Berkshire area, are aged 18 or over, and would like to give your time to support a local charity, we'd love to hear from you.Why do we need your help?Volunteering with the Royal Berks Charity demonstrates your commitment to protecting your local hospital, NHS patient care and experience, and staff wellbeing. The Royal Berks Charity raises money to support NHS patients, staff, and volunteers in ways above and beyond what NHS funding can ordinarily provide. The Royal Berks Charity needs help both to raise awareness of the cause and to raise funds. Our Corporate/Community Ambassadors play a vital role in representing the Charity at local events and functions, speaking about our work and the importance of the funds our supporters raise.Please read the role requirement document carefully and detail the volunteer role you are interested in applying for in the personal statement box.Main duties of the jobHow will I be trained and supported?
  • You will receive a full induction to the Royal Berkshire Charity and to your role
  • You will have a member of staff as a named contact who will support you and answer any queries you have
  • You will be given any equipment and information necessary to carry out your role
  • Reimbursement for any expenses incurred (with prior agreement)
About usDiversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.DetailsDate posted02 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2SalaryDepending on experience £0 pa (no salary, its unpaid volunteer work)ContractVoluntaryWorking patternPart-timeReference number193-CORP-VOL-RBCharity25Job locationsRoyal Berkshire NHS Foundation TrustLondon RoadReadingRG1 5ANJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWhat can I gain from volunteering with you?
  • The satisfaction of knowing that you are making a valuable contribution to your local NHS charity
  • Be a part of a friendly team that makes a difference in the community
  • Utilising your existing skills as well as developing and learning new ones
Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesWhat can I gain from volunteering with you?
  • The satisfaction of knowing that you are making a valuable contribution to your local NHS charity
  • Be a part of a friendly team that makes a difference in the community
  • Utilising your existing skills as well as developing and learning new ones
Person SpecificationEducationEssential
  • Customer services experience
Desirable
  • Previous experience in volunteer
Person SpecificationEducationEssential
  • Customer services experience
Desirable
  • Previous experience in volunteer

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