At a Glance
- Tasks: Support fun community events and help raise vital funds for a local hospice.
- Company: Join a passionate team making a real difference in the community.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, meet new friends, gain skills, and feel great about giving back.
- Other info: Choose your roles and events; every bit of help counts!
- Why this job: Be part of exciting events while having fun and making an impact.
- Qualifications: No experience needed, just a friendly attitude and willingness to help.
The predicted salary is between 26100 - 31900 £ per year.
Event volunteers are a vital ingredient to the success of our events. Helping us with our fundraising events is a flexible way to volunteer, ideal if your time is limited and you are not able to make a regular commitment. It is a really fun, sociable way to help make a difference while supporting our vital fundraising efforts.
We have a wide range of events to get involved in, from helping at Strictly Fun Dancing, Men’s March, Mendip Challenge, Moonlight Beach Walk and many more! You can choose from lots of different roles including marshalling, merchandise sales, bucket collections, baking cakes, stewarding and even face painting.
By applying to be an Event volunteer you will be periodically contacted by the fundraising team when they require help at the variety of fantastic events they organise. There is no obligation to help at every event but it would be great to see you...many hands make light work!
What you will be doing:
- Following instructions given by the Designated Event Manager
- Making sure participants have an enjoyable and safe experience
- Roles vary depending on the event - could be registering/deregistering participants, setting up and transporting equipment such as tables and marquees, marshalling along the route, manning a merchandise stand, face painting, bucket collections, baking cakes for sale or running a tombola - this list is not exhaustive!
- Maintaining contact and providing important feedback to the event leads and/or the Designated Event Manager at the location
The skills you need:
- No experience necessary
- Happy to do whatever is needed
- Reliable
- Have a warm, friendly, adaptable, caring approach
- Be open-minded and tolerant of different lifestyles and values
- Ability to work within personal and organisational boundaries
What's in it for you:
- Getting involved in your local community
- Putting existing skills to good use
- Gain confidence and friendship
- Developing new skills
- Satisfaction that you are contributing to Weston Hospicecare fundraising
- Opportunity to work as part of a great team
Disclaimer: Some events may involve lifting and being able to walk a distance – remember you only need to offer to assist with events and tasks you select.
Community Event Volunteer - Flexible, Fun, Impactful employer: Weston Hospicecare Mart Ltd
Weston Hospicecare is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families during challenging times. Our supportive work culture fosters personal growth and development, allowing volunteers to gain valuable administrative experience while being part of a compassionate team dedicated to providing person-centred care. Located in Weston-super-Mare, you will not only enhance your skills but also connect with like-minded individuals who share a commitment to giving back to the community.
Contact Details:
Weston Hospicecare Mart Ltd Recruitment Team
