Events

Events

Posted for Scotswood Garden

Posted by Volunteer Centre Newcastle

Register your interest

You will be redirected to the Volunteer Centre Newcastle website to express your interest.

Volunteering at: Blossom Day, Summer Fun Day, Apple Day, Winter Wonderland and other ad hoc events 

Responsibilities vary, but could include:

• Supporting staff to prepare for the event e.g. food preparation, craft preparation
• Safeguarding/health and safety of visitors
• Support with serving food and refreshments
• Clearing tables and ensuring waste is separated for recycling
• Helping on or running a particular activity such as a craft, bushcraft or information table
• Welcome desk - registering visitors on arrival and outlining safety procedures
• Helping to clear up after the event 

What skills do I need?

• Friendly
• Communicating with members of the public

You may also bring your own skills and interests such as:

• Catering/food hygiene experience
• Creativity
• Bushcraft
• Storytelling, music & singing
• Prepared to work outdoors in most weather (some indoor only roles are available) 

Skills development offered

• In-house training when available
• Food Hygiene (for regular volunteers at events)

Support available 

• Reasonable vehicle mileage or public transport costs will be reimbursed
• Personal protective equipment will be supplied when needed
• A full induction to the site and role 

Any other relevant information

Scotswood Garden operates comprehensive safeguarding and Health and Safety policies that all volunteers are required to adhere to.