Join our team
Learn more about opportunities to join our team; by lending your time and expertise.
Volunteering
West Berkshire Therapy Centre supports adults with mobility challenges to regain strength, confidence and independence. To keep our much-valued rehabilitation gym accessible and sustainable, we are looking to strengthen our volunteer team within the following roles:
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Supporting clients by showing them how our bespoke power-assisted exercise machines work, handing out their exercise records and more.
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Helping with administrative tasks such as:
Client system updates
Document archiving
Well-being phone calls to clients
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Cover front desk operations in times of staff absence during daytime week sessions, as well as on Monday and Wednesday evenings and Saturdays.
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Help us in delivering a major £1.5 million development project. Contribute your knowledge about pool design, operation and management. Help us to source the best equipment needed to operate a pool reliably and cost-effectively.
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We are looking for more trustees to join the board to provide leadership and to share expertise in their field of interest.
Areas of particular interest include:
Business development
Clinical advice
GDPR advice
Leisure industry / hydrotherapy pool knowledge and experience
Swimming pool maintenance and operations
Finance advice
Project management
Marketing / publishing / campaigns.
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A trusted role at the heart of the organisation, helping to ensure our finances remain well managed and reliable.
Oversee around 20 payments each month
Ensure our 10 staff are paid accurately and on time
Work with Trustees to maintain sound financial oversight
Supported by an independent payroll provider and bookkeeper
This role can sit within the Board of Trustees or alongside it, depending on your preference and experience. It would suit someone who is numerate, detail-focused, and values responsibility and trust, perhaps with finance or business experience.
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A key role focused on securing the funding that keeps our existing gym running.
Identify and approach suitable grant-giving Trusts (around 5–6 per month)
Prepare and submit funding applications
Help secure £50,000+ per year towards core costs
Maintain a simple pipeline of opportunities and outcomes
You will be supported with background information and previous applications. This role would suit someone who enjoys writing, research and working independently towards meaningful outcomes.
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A flexible supporting role, helping to build and maintain a steady flow of grant applications.
Research potential funders and opportunities
Assist in drafting applications
Help track applications and outcomes
Support the overall grants process
You will work alongside the Grants Lead and fundraising team, with guidance and examples provided. This role would suit someone organised, methodical, and interested in writing or research—either to use existing skills or develop new ones.
All roles are flexible and can be carried out to suit your availability. A full introduction and ongoing support will be provided.
If you would like to contribute your skills in a purposeful and trusted way, we would be delighted to hear from you. For more information on any of these positions, please email: volunteers@westberkshiretherapycentre.org.uk
Work experience
Discover a rewarding path with our work experience opportunities where you’ll gain valuable experience, develop practical skills, and work in a supportive, hands-on environment helping people in our local community. Whether you're just starting out or looking to shift direction, this opportunity offers the perfect blend of learning and real-world application. No previous experience needed.
What you’ll gain:
Hands-on experience in meaningful roles
Personal growth and confidence
Mentorship from caring professionals
The joy of giving back
Roles you can learn more about:
Gym supervisor
Administrator
Receptionist
Fundraising
For more information, please email: info@westberkshiretherapycentre.org.uk
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