Referrals Networker
Read Easy UK
Do you enjoy meeting people, building relationships, and championing causes that make a real difference? We’re looking for a Referrals Networker to be the vital link between Read Easy and the local community. You’ll connect with local organisations and services to make sure adults who struggle with reading, as well as potential volunteers, know about the life-changing support we offer.
About Read Easy Imagine not being able to read a bus timetable, fill out a form at the doctors, or share a bedtime story with your child. For many adults in the UK, this is a daily reality. At Read Easy, we change that - offering free, confidential, one-to-one coaching that transforms lives. With the help of our volunteers, adults gain the skills and confidence to read, unlocking independence, new opportunities and brighter futures. The Role: Referrals Networker Do you enjoy meeting people, building relationships, and championing causes that make a real difference? We’re looking for a Referrals Networker to be the vital link between Read Easy and the local community. In this role, you’ll connect with local organisations and services to make sure adults who struggle with reading - as well as potential volunteers - know about the life-changing support we offer. This is a role for someone who loves reaching out, building trust, and ensuring no one is left behind because of reading challenges. Key Responsibilities • Build strong relationships with local partners such as libraries, job centres, housing associations, GP surgeries and adult education providers. • Raise awareness of Read Easy’s free one-to-one reading coaching and encourage referrals of both readers and volunteers. • Represent Read Easy at local events, community meetings and networking opportunities. • Identify new referral routes and creative ways to reach adults who need support. • Maintain an up-to-date contact list and track referral outcomes. • Gather feedback to help the team strengthen community connections. We’ll Support You You won’t be doing this alone, we’ll provide: • Full induction, training, policies, resources, and ongoing guidance • A Handbook to guide you every step of the way • Regular Team Meetings • Access to your Read Easy UK Regional Adviser Visit www.readeasy.org.uk to find out more about Read Easy charity.
Administration,Advice, Information & Support,Community Work,Teaching & Training
Managing People, Reading & Writing, Customer Service
What We’re Looking For: • A confident communicator who enjoys engaging with individuals and groups. • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, lasting partnerships. • A genuine interest in supporting the local community. • Enthusiasm, empathy, and reliability. • Some experience or awareness of the charity sector is helpful, but not essential.
What You’ll Gain: Volunteering as a Referrals Networker is a rewarding way to make a direct and lasting impact in your community. You’ll help adults take their first steps towards reading — and in doing so, open up a world of opportunities. You’ll also gain: • Experience in community engagement, partnership-building, and outreach. • Confidence in public speaking and networking. • Insight into how local services and charities work together. • Transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, and initiative. • Obtain a work experience reference to enhance employability
This position is flexible and can mainly be done at times that suit you. Between 2 to 4 hours a week depending on how much time you can spare. This role is performed mainly online at home using a provided MS 365 Office account, role email, MS Teams, telephone and text. Visits to local organisation will be required.
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Home based although there will be a requirement to attend local organisations for meetings and events, in Tower Hamlets only.
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