3 charity jobs found in Reading

YMCA Reading is looking for a fun-loving, energetic and imaginative Play Assistant to join our team at Sparks Play Cafe! Sparks is a unique play cafe designed with both parents and children in mind. At Sparks, we value imagination, curiosity and joy. Children are encouraged to play, explore and feel independent in a safe and stimulating environment. Our designated play space aims to spark all of these things to happen while parents relax and catch up. Parents and carers stay with their children, so the Play Assistant role focuses on creating a welcoming atmosphere, encouraging imaginative play, and making every visit a brilliant experience for all. What you’ll be doing: No two days are quite the same! You’ll be: * Bringing the fun to life! Encouraging children to explore, play, create and spark their imaginations in our themed zones. * Being the friendly face of Sparks. Welcoming families, showing them around and making sure everyone feels comfortable and at home. * Getting...

As a Senior Category Manager in the SUPC, you will lead procurement activity across the Not For Profit sector and help teams secure goods and services that meet their needs. You will manage category plans, supplier relationships and purchasing activity to support clear, well-managed decisions across Professional Services and some IT. Client Details About SUPC and The SUMS Group We help universities and colleges buy smarter. Members use our frameworks and support services to make sure their procurement activities deliver value for money to students, staff and wider communities. Aside from the benefits of membership, SUPC is part of The SUMS Group (SUMS). The SUMS Group (SUMS) is a dynamic and values-focused organisation dedicated to supporting the UK's Higher Education sector across our two operating divisions, and , and , a wholly-owned subsidiary of the parent charity. As a charity and not-for-profit, we are part of the community we serve. Our vision is to be the expert...

Are you a practical, hands-on person who enjoys making a real difference each day? Join us at YMCA Reading as a Night Housing Support Assistant, where you’ll play a key role in keeping our young people safe at night. We are seeking a person who would be responsible for overnight support to our service users who reside at YMCA Reading. You will need excellent communication skills both verbal and written, have the ability to deal with some challenging behaviours in a calm effective manner. You will need to be confident with working with young adults who have support needs. Previous experience of working waking nights & with vulnerable clients will be an advantage. This is a varied and rewarding role that’s perfect for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys problem-solving, and thrives in a proactive setting with minimal supervision. Shift Rota: 21:15 to 08:15 on a 4 on 4 off rotation. The role will be subject to Weekend and Bank Holiday cover on a rota basis. What You’ll...