WITH the news of the first vaccines being administered in the UK this week, things are looking more positive for us all in the coming few months.
There is a huge task facing the NHS to rollout this vaccine and volunteers will be a massive part of enabling of this.
Wokingham Volunteer Centre is looking to recruit volunteers as Vaccine Clinic marshals in locations across the Borough, who will be based at clinics and other community spaces.
Shifts will be available Monday through to Saturday but will vary depending on the clinic and when they receive their vaccine delivery.
If you are interested in finding out more, please visit our website www.volunteerwokinghamborough.org.uk
Yateley Industries for the Disabled is a charity providing housing, training and employment to people with disabilities, recognising that every person should have the opportunity to fulfil their potential and make a meaningful contribution to society.
Its three-acre site in Yateley provides accommodation for up to 47 people and houses our factory building.
This is one of the few remaining supported factories that help vulnerable adults to do paid meaningful work and training intended to help progress them into mainstream employment.
Its reach goes beyond the Yateley site as it has coaches supporting those who are disabled or have a physical or mental health condition through the Access to Work programme.
The charity is looking to recruit a new chair of trustees.
The role and responsibilities will include; to provide leadership to the Board in its strategic role and give direction in terms of policymaking, chairing board and other meetings (including the AGM) and facilitate positive, solution-based discussion, represent the charity and act as spokesperson where appropriate, lead communication with external stakeholders, carry out annual reviews of the board; CEO and trustees and lead the creation, execution and monitoring of the organisation’s strategic plan.
Wokingham in Need (WIN) is a local charity, set up to support the local community and make Wokingham a great place to live for all its residents.
Founded just over four years ago, WIN was created to help the vulnerable and to benefit as many people as possible, including the homeless; those with learning disabilities, brain damage and mental health issues; the elderly; the terminally ill; and those affected by drug and alcohol misuse.
Following the success of several local initiatives, the charity is growing and is in desperate need of someone to assist with its fundraising activities.
WIN is looking for an enthusiastic person who loves the idea of helping the community.
Experience of fundraising would be great, but passion and energy are just as important if you have never done this before.
As well as funding for future projects, WIN also needs to ensure it can afford to maintain ones that are set in stone already like the Wokingham Drop-In Centre.
WIN says it is a fun group who love what they do, and are passionate about helping people from any background.
These are just some of the latest opportunities on our books. Contact us: tel. 0118 977 0749, email volunteer@wok-vol.org.uk or visit our website www.volunteerwokinghamborough.org.uk to find out more and have a look at all the roles we have to offer.
