Existing volunteers will not be asked to go through full training again (sigh of relief!)
If you are interested in volunteering for the shelter in January / February / March 2019 you must undergo full training which involves one session or 2-3 hours.
The remaining date for training is confirmed as:
Saturday 24th November 9.00 am till 12.00
Saturday 21st December 9.00 am till 12.00
at The Pavilion Oxford Road, 143-145 Oxford Road, Reading.
If you know of anyone who is interested in starting this year please point them to this page. Thank you.
More to follow or email with any questions via the contact page
FIRST AID TRAINING
A one day accredited course valid for 3 years is available and required for Coordinators and at least one of night time staff.
The courses are being held at The Earley Crescent Resource Centre Warbler Drive, Lower Earley RG6 4HB
Dates Wednesday 7 November 9.15 – 4.30
Thursday 6 December 9.15 – 4.30
We may be able to offer a Saturday if we can get 12 coordinators/ night staff wishing to attend. If you could let me know if you wish to attend and which date would be best.
DRUGS TRAINING
Additional optional training is available for drugs & alcohol awareness at IRiS group room.
Entrance 127 Oxford Road Reading RG1 7UR
Thursday 8th November – Drugs Awareness 6:00 – 7:30
Monday 12th November – Drugs Awareness 6:00 – 7:30
Thursday 15th November – Naloxone 6:30 – 7:30
Monday 19th November – Naloxone 6:30 – 7:30
It is vital that you let us know dates if you intend attending
Malcolm Peirce – Director