At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team of volunteers to welcome visitors at the Grand Départ 2027.
- Company: Be part of a historic event with the Tour de France.
- Benefits: Receive a JOY Maker Kit, training, and meet new people.
- Other info: Flexible shifts available; apply before 1st September 2027.
- Why this job: Make a difference in your community and be part of something big!
- Qualifications: Must be 16+ and enthusiastic about engaging with visitors.
JOY Maker Volunteer Programme for the Grand Départ 2027
Do you want to be part of history? We are recruiting 9,000 volunteers to welcome the world to Great Britain for a once‑in‑a‑generation Grand Départ.
Our team of JOY Makers will be a key part of making next summer’s Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift so special.
Be available for at least one day of the event; dates can be found via the website.
Be aged 16+ by 1 April 2027.
Be willing to learn and be happy to complete all training required before volunteering.
Have a real enthusiasm for welcoming and talking to visitors.
Benefits for JOY Makers
Small commitment to be part of a big event – just one shift helps keep the Tour moving!
Official Grand DépartGB 2027 JOY Maker Kit to wear with pride.
Make connections and meet new people from your area and afar.
Help your local community shine to millions of spectators from around the world.
Training and skill development, including the opportunity for people aged 16‑25 to join our Readiness to Work programme.
10 different roles available which fall under race delivery and spectator support roles.
Applications close on the 1st September 2027, so please apply prior to this date to avoid disappointment.
Easy Read applications are available online and the application platform has the User Way feature to allow for adjustments of the display if required.
We do not accept group applications due to the operational scale of the event.
If someone requires support in the case of a support worker, personal assistant or carer this can be noted on their application. We do require the support worker, personal assistant or carer to also apply as a JOY Maker.
This is a volunteer opportunity for the event, not a paid role.
JOY Maker Volunteer Programme for the Grand Départ 2027 employer: Triathlonscotland
At sportscotland, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional development. With generous benefits such as hybrid working, 32 days of annual leave, and a commitment to equality and diversity, we empower our Performance Psychologists to thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on Scotland's high-performance sport system.
