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So! You're thinking about Volunteering?
Why volunteer?
What kind of opportunities are there? The range of volunteering opportunities is vast. Contact us to find out more. Frequently Asked Questions Certainly! A lot of organisations need volunteers who are available in the evenings or at weekends, but check with your Volunteer Centre. Also, bear in mind that your company may offer opportunities for employee volunteering. How much time will I need to volunteer for? This depends on you and what you want to do, and the opportunity you choose. There are opportunities that only require a few hours a week, whereas others might take place every evening or only occasionally. It’s up to you. Will I get training? Because there is such a wide variety of volunteering placements available, the level of training you need also varies. For example, volunteering with Citizens Advice Bureau will require a much larger training commitment than working on a conservation project. Some organisations offer training while others require you to use your existing skill base – be sure you are clear about the training requirements before you agree to volunteer. Will I be interviewed? Most organisations will not need to formally interview you, though it is reasonable to expect they will, at least, want to speak to you and get to know you beforehand. However, volunteering placements involving responsibility for money, dealing with children or vulnerable adults, or using dangerous equipment, may require a more lengthy interview.
You should always check with your local Citizens Advice Bureau or Job Centre before embarking on volunteering if you are on benefit. Mostly, there is no problem. However, depending on the type of benefit and the volunteer work you wish to do, this may be affected in a small number of instances.
What if I want to leave? As a volunteer you are free to leave your placement for any reason. If possible, it's a good idea to talk to your named contact in the organisation or Volunteer Centre first, to try and address any problems you may be having – the solution might be easier than you think. If you need to leave for other reasons – for example, if you get a job or if your circumstances change – it's always appreciated if you give the organisation as much notice as possible. We appreciate that people’s circumstances change over time and that volunteers move on.
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Lutterworth Community Transport
Website Last Updated13 April, 2018 12:13 PMWebsite by John Cookson |
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Lutterworth Volunteer Centre Limited (a charitable company registered in England and Wales. Company No: 07798878 and Charity No: 1148255) |