Do you have a few hours to spare Friday 26th June - Sunday 28th June? Sign up to be an Armed Forces Day Way Maker volunteer!

You will be an essential part of creating a welcoming and fun event, offering guidance and support to people coming for a great day out. If you can stand for a few hours, offer a warm smile and stay calm in a busy environment, this role is for you!

Roles available: 

  • Volunteer Coordinatior - Lead volunteer on each shift responsible for rota management, volunteer welfare, and acting as the main contact for organisers.
  • Way Maker - Friendly on-the-ground volunteers who welcome, guide, and support attendees around the event, with some acting as 'runners' for organisers when needed.
About Armed Forces Day 

Rushmoor Borough Council are delighted to be hosting this prestigious event to honour the history and current service of the Armed Forces. The weekend will be a unique opportunity for everyone to enjoy a weekend of spectacular events and celebrations, bringing the community and Armed Forces together. By volunteering, you will be an essential part of creating a welcoming and fun event, offering guidance and support to people coming for a great day out. 

If you choose this role, you will also be invited to sign up as a full RVS responder, which will enable you to easily volunteer at other one-off events in the future: Opportunity - Volunteer North Hampshire 

What skills do I need?

  • A smile and friendly welcome comes with most of the roles
  • Are a team player
  • Willing to get stuck into different things
  • Able to take the initiative
  • Are flexible in your outlook
  • Able to follow instructions
  • Have a community spirit

For the volunteer coordinator

  • Organisation and leadership skills 

Interests

  • Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
  • Civic Responsibility and Communities
  • Emergency Response and Disaster Relief
  • No specific interest
  • Older People

Activities

  • General Helping
  • Local Events
  • One-off Activity
  • Outdoor Tasks
  • Supporting Charities

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
    16+
  • Current Driving Licence
  • DBS check needed
  • Equal Opportunities Policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Recruitment Process
  • Suitable for under 16s
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Afternoon Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Evening Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Availability Details

Armed Forces Day weekend takes place from Friday 26th - Sunday 28th June. We are looking for volunteers to help across the weekend in the morning, afternoon and evening.

Location

Queen's Parade
Queen's Avenue
Aldershot
GU11 2JL

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