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Surrey County Council seeks Volunteers for the Surrey Fire and Rescue Service to engage with the community and provide support at events. The role involves key responsibilities including safety visits and assisting operational staff, with a minimum commitment of 8 hours a month. Applicants should be approachable and dependable, with a passion for community engagement.
Please note that this is a volunteer role and a salary is not paid.
Are you seeking a fulfilling opportunity that offers a genuine feeling of accomplishment? Use your skills and personality to become a Volunteer with Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) and embark on a new challenge !
We put prevention at the heart of SFRS and are looking for talented people who are passionate about engaging with our diverse communities and to help people keep themselves safe .
Our volunteer team provides key support to service initiatives and events throughout the year to inform and educate people in safety at home, on the roads and outdoors, and help communities to gain skills and awareness to stay safe and live well .
Volunteers are expected to wear a uniform (which we provide) and represent SFRS with pride while upholding the Core Code of Ethics which underpin the culture of our organisation .
As a volunteer in our community, you will engage with the public directly, while assisting our operational and support staff .
You must be over 18 to apply for this role.
Right person, right role
Our commitment to you
To be shortlisted for interview please outline in a covering letter (maximum 500 words):
Why would you like to volunteer for our service?
Please share relevant skills, knowledge, and any experience you have in volunteering and engaging with the public.
This opportunity will remain open until we have recruited an adequate number of volunteers. A Standard or Enhanced DBS 'Disclosure and Barring Service' check for regulated activity (formerly known as CRB) will be required depending on the specific volunteer role. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.
Our commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:
Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.