Advertising, Recruitment & Application Process for Volunteers

Once you have a clear idea of the opportunities you can offer volunteers, the next step is to think about the kind of people who would be interested in those roles, how you will attract them to your organisation, and what your application process will look like.

Where to advertise and recruit

  • Volunteer Centre Sutton's Volunteer Hub 
  • your own website, social media and newsletters
  • schools and colleges
  • libraries
  • public buildings
  • dental and doctor surgeries
  • shop windows
  • job centres
  • word of mouth
  • community centres
  • give talks and presentations to interested groups
  • link in with other community events that attract large numbers of people
  • fêtes and carnivals
  • careers and recruitment fairs

How will volunteers apply and what is your selection process?

Any advertising and recruitment you do needs to have a clear "Call to Action" to show how potential volunteers can sign up. Its a good idea to map out your recruitment and application process at each stage to make it as smooth and seamless as possible. If you are leading on the earlier stages of recruitment and then handing over to a colleague, be clear within your team at what stage you are handing over.