PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

Events volunteering is versatile, flexible and is suitable for anybody who has a few hours to spare as and when.

This volunteer position offers a great opportunity to gain an understanding about Trust Links and engage with other volunteers, staff and local supporters before, during and after events.

 

The Volunteer will be required to:

• Assist with the preparation of events, alongside other volunteers and staff

• Provide practical support, helping to set up at events held at Trust Links sites or external sites as agreed

• Be punctual and happy to work alongside new people

• Promote Trust Links and its associated projects to the public through posters, letters and flyers

• Hold Trust Links values at high regard and keep a professional but friendly manner during the volunteering session

• Being flexible at events helping to set up, run a stall, pack away etc

• Attend and participate in monthly volunteer coffee mornings

• This is an ad-hoc role suitable for anybody who has a few hours to spare on weekends and weekdays, as and when

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:

·       Support Trust Links with events such as open days, fundraisers and community events as agreed

·       Promote Trust Links and it’s projects to members of the public in a positive way

·       Supporting other volunteers and staff in the garden, or in the kitchen, as required, at open days or community events

·       Ensure Health and Safety regulations are adhered to in line with Trust Links Health and Safety policy

 

Skills

Volunteers will need:

• Good communication and people skills

• Practical skills and basic math

• Empathy and listening skills

• To be punctual

• Committed to the volunteering role on the day

• To be friendly and non-judgmental