Volunteers

Position:

Location:

Responsible to:

Field of work:

Events and exhibitions.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support staff and volunteers with the setting up and running of events and exhibitions.
• A variety of different roles (e.g. setting up décor, manning stands, car park attending, donation bucket collecting, selling national car/bike draw tickets and BEN merchandise).

Applicant requirements:

• Approachable, confident, reliable and hard-working individual.
• Enjoyment of practical, ‘hands-on’ work.
• Willing to travel to and work at inside or outside locations.
• Ability to build a rapport with people of all ages and backgrounds.

Benefits to volunteer:

• Opportunity to volunteer for a worthwhile charity and make a direct difference by raising support for those in need.
• Support a charity without it costing you a penny (expenses are reimbursed).
• Gain events and sales experience.
• Develop confidence and communication skills.
• Gain experience in working as part of a team.

Location:

• London and the South East region.
• Midlands region.

Working Hours:

• Mostly weekends, but depends upon type of event or exhibition.
• Occasional basis.

Training:

• Full on the job training.
• BEN Information pack.
• Annual Training Day.
• External training opportunities.

Reimbursement of Expenses:

• Travel expenses to and from work.
• Any other expenses agreed.

Please apply to Adam Hanrahan, National Volunteers Co-ordinator on 01344 294719 or email adam.hanrahan@ben.org.uk