The role is adaptable and, depending on your experience and interests, may include
Responsibilities
- Contacting local businesses and attractions willing to donate their products, time or tickets for families supported by Rainbow Trust
- Networking with other local charities, trusts and foundations to source support and donations
- Raising awareness of Rainbow Trust by networking with local organisations including schools, faith groups and community organisations
- Assisting with the organisation of family events and days out especially during the school holidays
- Supporting small‑scale local fundraising initiatives (for example, delivering and collecting charity collection tins)
- Representing Rainbow Trust at local events, fetes and fairs to raise awareness of our work – this might also include speaking about our work or collecting cheques/donations
- Assisting the HR and Volunteering Team with local staff and volunteer recruitment
What We’re Looking For
- A confident and professional communicator
- Happy to work alongside staff as part of a team as well as independently
- Outgoing and able to use initiative to grow opportunities for the team
- Good IT skills and familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite
- An understanding of the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality
Your Commitment
- A minimum commitment of 4 hours per week for 12 months
- The role is flexible, and volunteers may choose hours that fit their other commitments
- Volunteers may perform some duties remotely but are encouraged to attend meetings or events in person and online where appropriate
Training and Support
- Rainbow Trust staff members in the local Care team and Head Office will provide ongoing supervision and support
- A network of Volunteer Community Champions in other regions will meet regularly online to share ideas. Volunteers receive a full induction and training relevant to their role
- Mandatory t