About the Organisation
Short paragraph (30 words max) about your organisation, who you are and what you do (so that the potential volunteer understands what volunteering with you supports).
What you will be doing
Short description either in sentences or bullet points covering all the typical tasks and activities involved in this volunteering role.
- using bullet points like this
- is great for readability
- and easier to scan
What's in it for you?
Short description either in sentences or bullet points covering the benefits for someone volunteering in this role. This could include things like:
- meeting new people, making friends, joining a friendly team etc
- training and experience for skills based roles, esp where volunteering can support a chosen career path
- making an impact on your service users - why not include a quote from one of your current volunteers, or a service user? e.g.
"Without my Befriending volunteer, I would be so lonely and isolated" (service user)
"Volunteering with LOCAL CHARITY has connected me to my local community" (volunteer)
Please also include any other benefits here such as your expenses policy, support and supervision, etc.
What skills will you need?
Short description either in sentences or bullet points covering the key skills and attributes required for someone volunteering in this role. This could include things like:
- good verbal and written communication skills
- ability to understand instructions and work independently
- a good listener
- specific qualifications and/or professional accreditations e.g. for counselling, any minimum level of qualification
It is also fine to just say that you are not looking for any specific skills, knowledge or experience, just passion and enthusiasm!
Age range: if your role is open to people under 18 years, please include the age range here e.g.
Age Range: We can accept applications for under 18s, including from 16+.
If a driving license and/or use of own vehicle is required, include this here
If a DBS check is required, include this here
This is also where you could include any statement or policy you have about inclusive volunteering, with an indication of what support you might be able to provide for people with additional support needs.
What's the time commitment and where?
Time Commitment
- What is the ideal time comitment both in terms of how often they are volunteering (e.g. once a week) and how long you ideally want them to commit to the role (e.g. minimum six months).
- Typical days and times if applicable.
- Indicate how flexible this is e.g. are people expected to volunteer at the same time in the same place every week or do they have more flexibility.
- Provide the full address for where volunteering will take place, and if its in multiple locations/out in the community, include here.
How can I apply?
Please complete the form below and we will put you in contact with the organisation. It’s helpful if you can tell us a little about yourself and why you’re interested in this role in the message box below.
By completing this form you agree for us to pass on your contact details to the organisation.