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NSPCC Scotland

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At NSPCC Scotland we believe that every childhood is worth fighting for. We work to protect children, prevent abuse and...

Student Engagement Volunteer

This opportunity is ongoing, with no end date. Closing date for applications is 01 Jul.

We are looking for guardians for the next generation, a network of Student Engagement Volunteers who can represent NSPCC Scotland on campus or college. People who believe in the work we do and understand the many struggles the younger generation face on a day to day basis. Whether an individual or a group you will be enthusiastic and passionate in helping us fight for every childhood and keeping children safe. This role offers flexibility to fit in with your busy student lifestyle. You only need to commit to a couple of hours a month, but can do more if you would like to.

What you’ll do

You will engage your fellow students and wider campus and college by shouting about the vital work that the NSPCC does and the many ways they can support us. Some of the things you could be doing include;

  • Promoting NSPCC campaigns around campus
  • Organising fundraising events or activities
  • Taking part in a Challenge event such as Trek, run or skydive
  • Sharing key messaging through social media and your networks
  • Encouraging RAGs, groups and societies to fundraise
  • Setting up a Student Volunteer Network or Group

This role offers flexibility to fit in with your busy student lifestyle. You only need to commit to a couple of hours a month, but can do more if you would like to.

What you’ll get

We’ll support you with advice, tools and information to help you spread the word about the NSPCC. We’ll kit you out with all the materials you need to support your events and activities. You’ll learn more about how you’re helping to protect children in your local area and across the UK.  

This role is a great opportunity to learn new skills and enhance your CV

It’s also a chance to spend time with like-minded people and make friends for life.

Who’s right for the role?

While we think this role is suitable for a whole range of people. We are particularly looking for those who have the following qualities:

  • Good organisational and skills
  • Motivated and passionate
  • Enjoys building relationships
  • Approachable and good social skills
  • Creative and able to use initiative
  • Good influencer

We are currently unable to accept applications from under 18's to this role, please view our other volunteering opportunities or get in touch with the Volunteer Recruitment team on volunteerrecruitment@nspcc.org.uk 

Interested in getting involved? Volunteer today and join our fight for every childhood.

As an organisation, we are committed to creating and fostering a culture that promotes safeguarding and the welfare of all children and adults at risk. Our safer recruitment practices support this by ensuring that there is a consistent and thorough process of obtaining, collating, analysing and evaluating information from and about candidates to ensure that all persons appointed are suitable to work with our children and adults.

Contact Name

Caroline Renton

Benefits to self

This role is a great opportunity to learn new skills and enhance your CV. It’s also a chance to spend time with like-minded people and make friends for life.

Benefits to others

As a Student Engagement Volunteer, you'll be part of our team of Community Fundraising Volunteers who play a really important part in rallying people together to raise vital funds which help to protect children and prevent abuse.

Location

On campus in Glasgow

Training available

As an NSPCC Scotland volunteer you will be able to access a range of training via our digital Volunteer Hub.

Hours per week

Flexible

PVG required

No

Support and supervision details

You will be supported our local Community Fundraising Manager.
  • TypeFundraising, Marketing Media, On-Campus, One-offs, Student Community

Employability skills

  • Leadership 0
  • Administration 0
  • Personal Development 0

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