Children's Hospice SW - Little Harbour - Community Fundraising Volunteer

For more than 25 years Children's Hospice South West has been caring for children with life-threatening conditions by providing children's hospice and professional family support services. We are dedicated to making the most of short and precious lives through the provision of the best possible hospice care for children and young people with life-limiting conditions. The care offered at each of our three hospices is not just about medical and nursing support for sick children but enriching lives of the children and their whole family.

The role

Children’s Hospice South West are looking for people who are able to volunteer their time to represent CHSW in their local community. You will become an ambassador for CHSW and raise awareness of the essential work we do caring for local families.

Tasks may include:

• Attending local community events
• Attending cheque presentations and photo opportunities
• Servicing collection tins
• Accepting donations
• Being an ambassador for CHSW in your local community

What we're looking for?

No qualifications or experience needed but the following skills would be helpful:

• Good customer service 
• Happy to be part of a team 
• Able to lift small bags
• A helpful caring manner
• Honest, reliable, trustworthy with a flexible approach 
• Respectful of others
   

Practical considerations

Volunteers will need to have access to their own transport, although we will do our best to ensure that all volunteer commitments are within your local area.

Ideal for

Individuals who like meeting new people and have good communication skills.

Skills gained

• Communication skills
• Networking and community engagement
• Knowledge of Children’s Hospice South West
• Supporting a worthwhile local charity

Skills required

• Ability to attend a tour of Little Harbour in St Austell and learn about CHSW.
• Previous volunteer experience in a public facing role would be beneficial.

When

4-5 hours per month. Although hours can be flexible to suit other commitments

Training

Training and a visit day will take place at Little Harbour, Porthpean Road, Porthpean, Cornwall, PL26 6AZ

How to register 

To register for this role please complete our online enquiry form. 

Register your interest as a fundraising volunteer