Wokingham Borough Community Navigator Service : Involve Community Services

15/12/2025

We're hiring!

Community Development Worker

In this role, you will work across Wokingham Borough to assist small charities, community groups and social enterprises who have a health and well-being focus, as well as those organisations who aid residents with protected characteristics.

They will assist organisations to find solutions to existing challenges and overcome barriers to optimise their delivery, eg. through sourcing volunteers, committee members, funding opportunities, forming simple governance structures, and seeking premises.

The post holder will advocate for members of the community with protected characteristics as well as those whose voices are seldom heard, and act as a voice for marginalised groups, to aid inclusive decision making and delivery of services across the borough.

Find out more. https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=1eaf10e2df3330e8&fbclid=IwY2xjawOs2RZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEefjBq4kqIOnyPQaOfqb3ORlNbsH5hprf6utLwAeDR8wkZ5taezvCLo1LO6Zw_aem_bypbU0cVtcE8w9RuAcQP8A

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22/09/2025

Citizens Advice Wokingham also offer a mobile service within the community.

Check out the website for full details.
https://citizensadvicewokingham.org.uk/

12/09/2025

✨ Understanding Dementia – Book Your Place! ✨

👪 Family Carers
➡ 8-week course – FREE (£5 booklet)
➡ Starts w/c 29th September
➡ Online & in-person options
➡ Limited spaces left!

👩‍⚕️ Health & Care Professionals
➡ 9-week course (£225)
➡ Starts 25th September
➡ Online (evening or morning)

👉 Book now: understandingdementia.co.uk/events

🧠 Build knowledge • Gain confidence • Support others

11/09/2025

👀✨ Berkshire Vision are hiring!

Rehabilitation Officer for Visual Impairment (ROVI) ✨👀

An exciting opportunity has opened at Berkshire Vision!

We’re looking for a qualified ROVI to join our small, supportive team and help shape a brand-new service for blind and visually impaired people across Berkshire.

📌 22.5 hours per week
📌 3-year fixed term contract (with potential to extend)
📌 £39,000 FTE (£23,400 actual)
📌 Flexible working patterns (3–5 days a week) considered

This is a chance to make a real difference and be at the heart of a service supporting over 1,600 children and adults living with sight loss.

👉 To apply, send your CV & cover letter to: recruitment@berkshirevision.org.uk

11/09/2025

📢 Upcoming Training – Spaces Available!

📦 Manual Handling of Objects
📍 Bracknell | 🗓 17 Sept | ⏰ 9.30–12.30 | 💷 £30
Learn safe techniques, reduce risk & build confidence.

🌸 Menopause Awareness
💻 Online | 🗓 18 Sept | ⏰ 9.30–12.30 | 💷 £30
Understand menopause in the workplace & how to support colleagues.

🩹 Self-harm Awareness
💻 Online | 🗓 23 Sept | ⏰ 9.30–12.30 | 💷 £30
Improve understanding, responses & support for people who self-harm.

To book and to view other training courses please follow the link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/involve-training-workshops-107366685401

01/08/2025

🌞 Happy 1st of August! This month, CLASP Wokingham continues its mission to empower people with learning disabilities through fun, friendship, and self-advocacy 💬💙

🎉 As part of their 20th anniversary celebrations, CLASP is hosting 20 special events and activities throughout 2025—including regular favourites like: ☕ Coffee Shop drop-ins 🎶 Dancing to Music 📚 Book Corner 🎨 Craft Club 🎤 Choir sessions 🧩 Puzzle Club 🏃‍♀️ Sports & Fitness …and more!

🎯 Members are also encouraged to try 20 new things this year—building confidence, independence, and joy along the way.

📍 Based in Wokingham, CLASP is a user-led charity where lived experience drives real change.

21/07/2025

📞 The Wokingham Volunteer Centre is looking for a new volunteer!

Join their friendly, sociable team as a Volunteer on the Transport Desk – Monday mornings 💚

If you enjoy chatting on the phone and helping others, this could be the perfect role for you! You’ll be supporting a vital service that helps local residents get to medical and essential appointments 🚗🏥

👥 Be part of a supportive and welcoming team
📍 Based locally in Wokingham
📆 Mondays (mornings only)
📞 Interested? Call Helena on 07799 646216

Could this be you — or someone you know? Tag and share! 💬

09/07/2025

🗣️ Have your say on the future of local wellbeing services! 🧠💬

Wokingham Borough Council are planning ahead for the types of wellbeing support that charities and community groups will need to offer adults (18+) from April 2027 — and we want to hear from YOU.

Local organisations play a vital role in helping people live well, with the right support at the right time. Your input will help us:
✅ Understand what’s working
✅ Identify what could be better
✅ Spot any gaps or new ideas for the future

📅 Deadline: Friday 29th August 2025
📝 Take the short, anonymous survey now: https://forms.office.com/e/b57DAVGTrB

Together, we can shape stronger, more effective support for our communities. 🙌

Thank you for your time! 💙

09/07/2025

Book your training before the summer break! Lots on offer!

🧠 𝗡𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 – 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆, 𝟵:𝟯𝟬–𝟭𝟮:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 (𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲) | £𝟯𝟬
Gain a deeper understanding of neurodiversity and how to create more inclusive environments for all minds. Learn how to support neurodivergent individuals — including those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and more — and their mental health needs.

📱 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮 – 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 – 𝟭𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆, 𝟵:𝟯𝟬–𝟭𝟮:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 (𝗢𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲) | £𝟯𝟬
Ready to level up your socials? This hands-on session covers engaging content creation, building your brand voice, and insider tips using Canva, Reels, and ChatGPT. Perfect for those who’ve taken our intro session!

🙌 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – 𝟭𝟭𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿, 𝟵:𝟯𝟬–𝟭𝟮:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 (𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲) | £𝟯𝟬
Looking to lead and support your volunteer team more effectively? Join us for practical strategies to recruit, retain, and motivate volunteers.

💛 𝗦𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 – 𝟭𝟲𝘁𝗵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿, 𝟵:𝟯𝟬–𝟭𝟮:𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 (𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲) | £𝟯𝟬
Learn how to recognise warning signs, support those at risk, and respond with confidence and care. A vital session for creating safer communities.

📌 Sign up now –

We provide practical and affordable training courses for the charity sector across Bracknell Forest and the Wokingham Borough.

04/07/2025

🌟 **Invest in Your Growth – Upcoming Online Training** 🌟

Whether you're supporting others or working on your own development, ongoing training offers huge benefits:
✅ Boost your confidence
✅ Improve the quality of support you offer
✅ Deepen your understanding of key issues
✅ Stay informed with best practices
✅ Connect with others in the sector

We’ve got a fantastic line-up of online training courses this July – ideal for those working in the voluntary and community sector:

🧠 **PTSD Awareness**
📅 8th July | ⏰ 9.30am – 12.30pm | 💻 Online | 💷 £30
Gain a clear understanding of what PTSD is, how it’s diagnosed, symptoms, and treatment approaches – no prior knowledge needed.

🔄 **Enabling Change**
📅 9th July | ⏰ 9.30am – 12.30pm | 💻 Online | 💷 £30
Perfect for those supporting clients in making positive life changes. Learn about motivational interviewing, communication techniques, and how to encourage self-esteem and sustainable change.

⏰ **Time Management**
📅 10th July | ⏰ 9.30am – 12.30pm | 💻 Online | 💷 £30
Led by Duncan McKenzie, this session will help you evaluate how you use your time, identify priorities, and build practical systems to manage your workload effectively.

🧩 **Neurodiversity**
📅 15th July | ⏰ 9.30am – 12.30pm | 💻 Online | 💷 £30
Understand the wide spectrum of neurodiversity and how you can offer inclusive, supportive environments for neurodivergent individuals.

📲 Spaces are limited – book now and upskill with confidence!
🔗 All training information can be found here; https://involve.community/training/

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We provide practical and affordable training courses for the charity sector across Bracknell Forest and the Wokingham Borough.

23/06/2025

🌟 **Learning Disability Partnership Board Roadshow** 🌟

📅 **When:** Friday, 27th June
⏰ **Time:** 10 AM - 2 PM
📍 **Where:** Oakwood Centre, Woodley

Join us for this free event to:
✅ Explore Wokingham Borough Council’s current Learning Disability Strategy.
✅ Celebrate achievements and help shape the future strategy.
✅ Connect with carers, parents, support providers, and people with learning disabilities.

This event is open to everyone—you don’t need to be a CLASP member! Refreshments will be provided, but please bring your own lunch.

📧 **RSVP or learn more:** [admin@claspwokingham.org](mailto:admin@claspwokingham.org)

Let’s work together to create positive change! 🙌

20/06/2025

🌟 **Look What’s On with Age UK Berkshire This Month!** 🌟

Why not try something new and join us for activities, workshops, and events designed for all interests and abilities? Whether you’re looking to stay active, connect with others, or learn a new skill, we’ve got something for everyone!

📅 Check out this month’s schedule and get involved.

✨ Let’s make this month one to remember!

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