Events Helper (Summer Fair Events Volunteer)

RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals); York; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Events Helper (Summer Fair Events Volunteer)

Available from 03 August 2024

We are the RSPCA York, Harrogate and District branch from our base at the York Animal Home, we rehome around 400 animals each year. This is only possible thanks to the hard work of our supporters and volunteers.

Fundraising is an integral part of the work we do and our three annual fairs are the cornerstone of our yearly fundraising. Putting on the fairs is a massive undertaking and requires the help of lots of volunteers.

There are lots of different activities you can get involved with on the day from helping to set up, shaking a bucket, baking cakes right through to running one of our fairground games on the day.

If you'd like to be part of this great day and help raise some much-needed funds for the home, then this is the role for you.

Volunteer role

Events Helper

Volunteer manager

Your local volunteer coordinator/manager

Where you will be based

Community

Why we want you

We are the RSPCA and it's our vision to live in a world where all animals are respected and treated with compassion. Our volunteers are incredible, they play an essential role in helping us carry out our important animal welfare work every day.

Our Event Helpers help us set up our events. They run activities and chat with the general public about our work, whilst helping collect donations to support our work. Event Helpers make sure our events run smoothly and pitch in to help out where needed.

What you will be doing

• Attending events to collect money/donations.
• Setting up equipment and helping clear up after the event.
• Helping out at events, chatting to the public and telling them about our work.
• Car park marshalling.
• Helping organise events with the branch team.

The skills you need

• Reliability and commitment.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Enjoy working with the general public.

What's in it for you

• Meet new people and make new friends.
• Learn great new skills to add to your CV.
• A great induction and training relevant to your role.
• Volunteer in a fun environment at the heart of the local community.
• You'll be making a huge difference to the welfare of animals.
• Ongoing support, training and guidance will be provided.

Disclaimer

Before you can start volunteering you’ll need to complete our simple online Health & Safety course and any associated training required for your role. Our voluntary roles are subject to an informal interview and trial period. We will ask you to provide contact details for two referees and depending on the position you may be required to sign an agreement and undergo specific training before starting the role.

The Homestead, 40 Water End, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 6WP, United Kingdom

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