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Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) saves and improves lives across Scotland, delivering expert paramedic care at the scene of...
This opportunity takes place between 01 Feb 2023 and 30 Sep 2023
Role Summary
Sign up to available events that suit you.
Events vary but typically focused on teamwork.
Set up and dismantle the stalls/gazebo.
Run an info, merchandise, refreshments, or tombola stall.
Or one of our fun activities eg facepainting, guess the view from the crew etc.
Marshall at Events to ensure the safety of guests.
Engage and answer questions people may ask, hear both personal and SCAA related stories.
Raise awareness of SCAA utilising info leaflets eg lottery, fundraising, donations and volunteering.
Skills and Experience
Positive manner.
Happy to talk with a diverse group of people.
Comfortable with cash handling and contactless donation methods.
Comfortable standing for longer periods of time, chairs and breaks available whenever needed.
Events may require a reasonable level of physical activity.
Training and Support
Welcome induction about SCAA and our history.
Specialised Event Volunteer training.
Named contact with Community Fundraising Staff for support and queries.
Regular updates and training.
Benefits
Feel-good factor supporting SCAA and becoming one of our vital team members.
Develop new and existing skills.
Boost your confidence.
Volunteer updates and SCAA news.
Meet other SCAA volunteers.
Join our private volunteers Facebook group – to celebrate all things SCAA and chat with your team.
Volunteer celebration events e.g. Tea Party at the Hangar.
Claim reasonable travel expenses.
Click OK to register your interest. Your details will be passed on to the provider organisation, who will contact you directly with further instructions. If you do not hear anything within 3 working days, please contact us at strathunion.volunteers@strath.ac.uk
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