Events Volunteer

We are looking for enthusiastic Events Volunteers to provide essential support out in the community. Can you help us? 

About this role

There are a whole range of exciting activities to get involved with as one of our Events Volunteers.

You could find yourself supporting some of our flagship events or campaigns, attending local bucket collections, supporting with our fundraising activities at summer fayres and parades, or even selling our charity merchandise at community market stalls!

As this role involves working alongside our team to interact in a socially distanced manner with supporters and the general public, we are looking for sociable and outgoing volunteers to apply.

While many of our fundraising activities and events take place across the Central belt, we also require support for events throughout Scotland. 

Want to bring a friend or family member along with you to volunteer? Great! The more the merrier! Just let us know when you apply via the form below. 

What we're looking for

Essential requirements

You must:

• Be honest and reliable
• Be friendly, sociable and enthusiastic
• Have good communication skills and willingness to answer general questions about the charity 
• Have confidence to interact with our supporters, patients and the general public
• Be 16 years or older (children and young people are welcome to volunteer if they are accompanied by an adult).

Volunteer Tasks

Each event has different tasks associated with it, volunteers will get a full view of what’s involved with each event prior to signing up.

Time requirements

You will be required on an ad hoc basis, as times for each event will vary. You will be alerted weekly of volunteering opportunities and can select an event accordingly. 

Volunteer Benefits

• Join a friendly, supportive team and meet new people
• Receive a GCHC volunteer T-shirt and full training
• Travel expenses reimbursed
• Gain confidence and experience working with the public
• Make a direct impact in raising vital funds for young patients, their families and NHS hospital staff

Volunteer Support Information

All volunteers receive a full induction before their first shift. Training includes:

• Health & safety procedures for the event
• Basic cash handling procedures
• Customer service guidance for interacting with supporters

Supervision & Onsite Support

• Each shift has a charity staff member present
• Volunteers are always supported while on duty, whether it’s their first or fifth shift
• Help is on hand to deal with any unexpected issues or questions from the public

Wellbeing & Inclusion

• Glasgow Children's Hospital Charity is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming space for all volunteers.
• Volunteers can share any access or support needs during onboarding.

Recognition

• Volunteers are warmly recognised and thanked throughout their journey with us
• Volunteer hours are recognised with a small gift with each hours milestone reached

The role is ideal for:

• People looking to gain experience in events or charity work
• Students or young people exploring future career paths
• Anyone who enjoys public-facing roles in a fun and rewarding setting

Contact for More Information

If you’d like more information before registering your interest, please get in touch with our Volunteer Team:

• Email: volunteer@glasgowchildrenshospitalcharity.org
• Phone: 0141 212 8750