Volunteer Team Leader - Read Easy Kent

Read Easy Medway; Chatham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading non-profit organization as a Volunteer Team Leader in Kent. This position requires an enthusiastic leader to guide a team of volunteers dedicated to providing reading coaching to the local community. You'll engage with various stakeholders, ensuring goals are met while promoting the values of inclusivity and teamwork. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in your community by leading and supporting diverse volunteers.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management skills to motivate others.
• Ability to strategically plan and delegate tasks.
• Willingness to challenge and manage conflict when needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of volunteers, setting goals and planning activities.
• Ensure compliance with governance and maintain positive relationships.
• Conduct team meetings and delegate tasks effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Strategic Planning

Conflict Management

IT Competence

Communication

Inclusivity

Energy and Enthusiasm

Job description

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We're looking for a volunteer Team Leader to lead our friendly and enthusiastic team of volunteers as we expand Read Easy across Kent. Could this be you?

About the role

As the Team Leader you are responsible for the proper and effective direction of Read Easy in Kent. It's an exciting time to join the team, as we are expanding into new areas across the county.

As Team Leader, you will:

• Set goals and plan activities so that the team functions effectively in delivering reading coaching to as many local people as possible.
• Encourage and support Team members in their roles, and manage succession planning for the group.
• Be an ambassador for Read Easy in Kent, building positive and beneficial relationships with key stakeholders.
• Lead team meetings and set agendas.
• Ensure that tasks are delegated and completed effectively so that the whole team are able to contribute to the success of Read Easy locally.
• Ensure compliance with governance requirements and Read Easy UK guidance.
• Building strong relationships with your Read Easy UK Regional Adviser.
• Maintain and promote the reputation of Read Easy across Kent.

This role is a great opportunity for an experienced leader to:

• Use their knowledge and skills to lead a team to support reader achievement.
• Meet and work collaboratively with new people.
• Be active and engaged, adding value to your local community.

This role will appeal to someone with enthusiasm and energy who will enjoy managing a team of diverse volunteers. Ideally, the Team Leader will remain in this role for at least two years.

Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills and experience, with ability to motivate and inspire trust and confidence in others.
• An ability to think and act strategically, set goals, plan work and delegate.
• A willingness and ability to challenge others, deal with underperformance and manage conflict when necessary.
• 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 support the team.
• A non-judgemental attitude and respect for others
• A commitment to equality and diversity, so that you can make everyone feel valued and included.
• Energy and enthusiasm
• An average of 4-5hours a week to commit to the role.

Time commitment

You'll need to be available for around 4-5 hours a week for this role.

You'll also need to be available for Management Team meetings, which currently take place online once a month.

More information

We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and lived experiences. If you have the time and experience we need, we would love to hear from you.

To apply or to find out more details, email our team leader, Fahad ([e-mail]).

You can also find out more information on our website: https://readeasy.org.uk/groups/medway/

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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