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Volunteer Recruiter

Read Easy Newcastle & North Tyneside

If you’re a ‘people person’ and love to meet a wide range of people, then volunteering as a

Read Easy Volunteer Recruiter will give you a really interesting opportunity to help manage

the recruitment and interviewing of volunteers for your local group. You’ll need to be

enthusiastic, a good listener and be able to spot a strong volunteer when you see one. By

recruiting the right sort of volunteers, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the longevity of the

group.

What skills do I need?

Ideally, experience of interviewing.

● The confidence to promote the work of Read Easy and a strong commitment to

improving the lives of people who struggle with reading.

● 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 two - three hours a week to commit to the

role

When do I need to be available?

Morning Afternoon Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Details

Times are flexible to suit the volunteer.

Register your interest
  • Ideal for people interested in
  • Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
  • Employment, Education and Training
  • No specific interest
  • Ideal for people who like
  • Employee and Group Volunteering
  • Supporting Charities
  • Details
  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    18 plus
  • DBS check required
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
    full induction and support provided
  • Training provided
    initially and at set times during each year
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description
  • Application Process
  • Application Form
  • Informal Discussion
  • References
  • Trial Period

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