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Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance

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Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) saves and improves lives across Scotland, delivering expert paramedic care at the scene of...

SCAA Mascot

This opportunity takes place between 01 Feb 2023 and 30 Sep 2023

Our fundraising volunteers play a vital role in raising awareness and funds for SCAA across Scotland. Volunteer Mascots and Minders attend events and activities as Scotty our paramedic and his minder. People love to interact with Scotty and his minder so you would be the star of the event having photos taken. As Scotty no one will know who you are, so you can show off a jazzy dance whilst under the careful guidance of your minder.

Role Summary

Mascots become ‘Scotty’ the 7ft tall paramedic.

Minders speak on behalf of Scotty and keep him safe as vision is restricted.

Mascots engage with the public by being energetic, waving, a jazzy dance move, posing for photos.

Scotty is timed to 15min appearances so to ensure regular breaks.

Raising awareness of SCAA utilising info leaflets e.g. lottery, fundraising, donations and volunteering.

Answering questions people may have about SCAA and the life-saving work we do.

 

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 Mascot/Minder 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 eg Tea Party at the Hangar.

Claim reasonable travel expenses.

Contact Name

Rebecca Peden

Location

Glasgow and Surrounds

Training available

Welcome induction about SCAA and our history. Specialised Mascot/Minder training. Named contact with Community Fundraising Staff for support and queries. Regular updates and training.

PVG required

No

Support and supervision details

You will be supported by a named staff fundraiser during your volunteer. You will also be with a volunteer buddy on the day.
  • TypeFundraising, Health and Wellbeing, One-offs

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  • Leadership 0
  • Administration 0
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