Cheer Volunteer Roles in Woodford Green, Greater London
About Volunteering at Sense
For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential. Our experts offer support that’s tailored to the individual needs of each person, whether that’s at our centres, through our holidays and short breaks, or in people’s own homes. In addition to practical support, we also provide information to families, and campaign for the rights of people with complex disabilities to take part in life.
Volunteers add real value to Sense, bringing their passion, enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to the work that we do. We believe that volunteers enable us to bring people together and provide opportunities for people with complex disabilities to communicate and experience the world.
About the London Marathon
The London Marathon first took place in 1981 and has become one of the most popular marathons in the world. The route takes in many of London's best landmarks including Buckingham Palace, The Cutty Sark, Tower Bridge and Canary Wharf.
About the volunteering opportunity
- Help spot our Team Sense runners in the crowd and provide some much-needed encouragement as they whizz towards the finish line.
- Expect lots of cheers, whoops and chants as we show our appreciation to the over 500 incredible runners taking part in this iconic event for people with complex disabilities.
- We’ll provide you with an orange Sense t-shirt for you to wear on the day or bring yours if you have one already. We will also have clappers, cheer sticks and pom poms to make sure we’re the loudest cheer point on the course!
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear as you will be on your feet all day and be prepared for any weather conditions - layers are best and something to protect you from any potential rain is essential. Only bring what you can carry though, as you’ll need to be mobile within crowds when traveling to and from the cheer point.
- There are shops and take aways nearby or feel free to bring your own food and drink to have at the cheer point.
Once you’ve completed the registration stage, the team will be in touch to give you more specific details about your role on the day and where to meet your fellow #TeamSense volunteers.
Skills & qualities
- Bags of energy and enthusiasm!
- A team player who enjoys interacting with people.
- Respectful of others and their diversity.
- Interested making a difference to people who have complex disabilities and are deafblind.
What Sense offers
- The chance to meet people from a wide range of backgrounds and join a passionate volunteering team.
- To be a part of Sense’s largest fundraising event in the calendar and experience the incredible London atmosphere!
Our values
Everything we do is underpinned by five core values. These values shape the way we work as we pursue our vision of a world where no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, is isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.
- We include
- We collaborate
- We find a way
- We challenge
- We celebrate
We are looking for volunteers to join our cheer squad, and support everyone who is taking part in the 2024 Royal Parks Half Marathon to stop MS.
As part of our cheer squad, you'll be based at our cheer point in Central London. You will help to create a great atmosphere to give our runners the boost they need to cross the finish line!
This role is only required on Sunday 13 October 2024 for one day. There are no specific skills required, just your enthusiasm! We will provide an MS Society t-shirt and cheering materials on the day to help you make lots of noise.
We are looking for volunteers to join our cheer squad, and support everyone who is taking part in 2024 RideLondon-Essex to stop MS.
As part of our cheer squad, you'll be based at our cheer point in East London. You will help to create a great atmosphere to give our cyclists the boost they need to cross the finish line!
This role is only required on Sunday 26 May 2024 for one day. There are no specific skills required, just your enthusiasm! We will provide an MS Society t-shirt and cheering materials on the day to help you make lots of noise.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Volunteer with Shelter at the London Marathon 2024.
We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our Events team at one of the biggest and most exciting events in the world, the London Marathon. All we need you to do is create an inspirational buzz and provide much needed support to our fantastic runners, helping them in their mission to raise money for our Fight for Home.
Date: Sunday 21st April 2024
Time: We’re looking for volunteers between 9am-4pm. These will be broken down into shifts between 1.5-3 hours, depending on your preference.
Location: Central London. We’ll have cheer points at Greenwich (mile 7), Bermondsey (mile 12) and Embankment (mile 25), so you can pick which one works best for you.
Volunteer role: Cheer, Cheer, Cheer!!!
The main thing we need you to do is cheer! You will be a vital part of race day, supporting 250 Shelter runners from the side lines who have raised £500,000 for the fight for home! You’ll need to help create a high energy, friendly atmosphere, motivating everyone on race day to do their best.
Your support is not only an amazing motivator to our event participants, but volunteering is also an opportunity to have fun, meet new people and experience some wonderful community spirit whilst contributing towards our mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This flexible opportunity puts you at the heart of supporting blind and partially sighted people in your area. You could help with:
* Assisting groups of blind and partially sighted people;
* Awareness-raising and campaigning on issues that affect those living with little or no sight;
* fundraising so we can continue to offer our amazing services and tackle social injustice.
Whether its cheering at a challenge event, helping at an information stand or store collection, welcoming guests at an event, or something else, you can choose to get involved based on your availability and interests.
In applying for / signing up for this role you agree to be contacted when we are seeking volunteers to help with an activity / tasks in relation to this role description. We will contact you via a communication method for which you have given consent.
*Attend local and regional events; Organising, supporting and attending activities in your local area for blind and partially sighted people.
*Ability to digest information; Effective listening skills; Good communication skills.
*Induction; Expenses; Supervision and help from your Manager; Regular updates; Training as appropriate.
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Job title
Events Marshal
Position type
Volunteer
Job description
On Tuesday 18th June, the London Legal Support Trust (LLST) will host the London Legal Walk for a very special 20th time, bringing the legal community together to commemorate this anniversary and raise funds for free legal advice agencies across London and the South East.
Last year, over 16,000+ legal professionals from over 900 organisations took on the challenge. To make this event a success, we are on the look-out for 1 day event marshals to join one of the largest single day fundraising events in the country and add value to the thousands of event attendees.
The event is attended by high ranking judiciary, the President of the Law Society, the Lady Chief Justice and hundreds of London's top law firms. Want to be part of this special day and add skills to your CV? Take a look at some of the tasks below:
Tasks:
- You will be positioned at a “cheer point” along the 10km route where it will be your role to cheer and motivate walkers and offer support and encouragement as they go past. Your presence alone is enough to motivate thousands across the line, and ultimately raise as many funds as possible through a positive event experience. Regular email contact and a full brief in are provided so you are fully confident of supporting this event.
- Answer any questions walkers may have (you will be provided with an information pack about your point on the route).
- Other event stewards will support us in our cloakrooms and at the street party finish line on Carey Street.
- Enjoy the street party after your slot!
Duration:
- 2.30-9pm
Date:
- Tuesday 18th June 2024
Location:
- Meeting point on Chancery Lane, London, WC2A 1PL, United Kingdom. Will be briefed and stationed on either the street party (Carey Street) or a route point around central London.
We will provide:
- Lunch/snacks on the day for you to take with you
- Information packs with everything you need to know about your role and responsibilities
- A full brief on the day so you are super confident to do your role
- Always buddied up with somebody else on a station.
What to bring:
- We recommend bringing hats, sun cream, and plenty of water. We also suggest you bring layers for the evening as it may still to get cold in the evening.
- Wear clothes you will be comfortable in especially comfortable shoes like trainers
- Feel free to bring your own food. You will have plenty of opportunities to go and grab something if you need (although food packs are provided by LLST)
Additional comments:
- No skills or qualifications necessary, we just ask that you are dedicated, energetic and willing to help. This day would not be possible without the help of our brilliant marshals.
- All marshals have access to the street party post shift to enjoy the atmosphere with thousands of others.
- Shorter shifts available upon request.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As an Challenge Events Volunteer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and successful running of ellenor's busy events calendar.
Key tasks may include:
- Welcoming, signing in and registering participants
- Serving refreshments
- Preparing equipment
- Promoting ellenor campaigns and events
- Clearing away equipment
- Cheering on participants
Some key traits you will need as an Challenge Events Volunteer:
- Lots of enthusiasm
- Good communicator
- Knowledge of ellenor's services and initiatives
- Vibrant and cheery character
- Passion for ellenor
What you will receive in return:
- Training will be provided, including health and safety
- Reasonable travel expenses covered (to be pre-agreed with event fundraiser)
- Updates to ensure that volunteers are informed of ellenor services and initiatives
- Opportunity to meet new people and build friendships
- Being part of a fantastic volunteer group
- Raising money and the profile for an important local cause
For anyone looking to get into events management or the charity sector, this is a great way to get an insight as to what’s involved at sports events and also develop your experience.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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London Marathon cheerpoint volunteer – 21/4/24
Soak up the fantastic energy and be part of the world’s most iconic marathon, the TCS London Marathon, on Sunday 21 April. Join us at Scope in cheering and motivating our incredible team of over 160 runners who are fundraising to help create an equal future for disabled people.
“It’s the best day out in London. The energy is amazing, and everyone is there to have a good time and support the runners.” – Previous Scope volunteer.
About this role
The streets of London will come alive once again on Sunday 21 April for the London Marathon. We can’t wait to get out there and support our amazing runners! And we hope YOU will join us.
Your role will be to help keep our runners going onto the finish line and make them feel super proud of what an amazing thing they’re doing. Clap, yell, cheer - anything that lends our runners the energy they need to go to the distance. We’ll have music, banners, flags, and by registering to help you’ll get a free Scope t-shirt to help you look the part.
When and where
Sunday 21 April 2024
Cheerpoint 1 – Mile 3, Woolwich (8.30am to 1pm) with the Singing Striders choir
John Wilson Street (SE18 6QQ), near the intersection of John Wilson Street and Artillery Place.
What3Words address: ///candy.placed.tests
Cheerpoint 2 – Mile 23, Tower Hill (12pm to 5pm)
Lower Thames Street (EC3R 5AT), by The Hung Drawn & Quartered pub.
What3Words address: ///entertainer.really.dwell
You can download the free What3Words app from the App Store or Google Play.
Please note that we will be as close to the above locations as possible. Look out for the Scope banners on the day!
It would be fantastic if you’re able to volunteer for the full shift, but if you can’t then we’d be super appreciative for any time you are able to give.
Who we’re looking for
We welcome anyone who is friendly and passionate about disability equality! We're looking for volunteers who are enthusiastic, friendly, and ready to be the loudest and proudest cheerers on the course! No experience necessary. Volunteers must be over 18 or with a responsible adult.
We’d love to welcome disabled people to cheer with us. Equality and inclusion are at the heart of Scope’s mission and we’re deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all volunteers.
Accessibility
Cheerpoint 1 is near mile 3 in historic Woolwich.
Nearest stations: Woolwich, Woolwich Dockyard and Woolwich Arsenal.
Accessibility: Woolwich is served by the Elizabeth and Thameslink lines and has step-free access. Woolwich Dockyard is a National Rail station and has limited step-free access. Woolwich Arsenal is served by the DLR (Docklands Light Railway) and Thameslink lines, is a National Rail station and has step-free access.
Cheerpoint 2 is near mile 23 in Tower Hill
Nearest stations: Monument and Tower Hill
Accessibility: Monument is served by the District and Circle lines and does not have step free access. Tower Hill, which is within walking distance, is served by the District and Circle lines and has step-free access.
Please do check for any tube station closures and restrictions prior to travel on the day, information can be found on the TFL website.
Whilst we’ve chosen cheerpoints located close to accessible stations, we do have less control on the accessibility of the environment. Please note that our positions will be on the side of the road in open areas, and it is likely to be very busy.
We’re committed to making this an inclusive environment, so will talk to you about your access needs and adjustments before the event.
Skills and experience you can gain
· Experience in events organisation
· Experience as part of a fundraising team
· Volunteering as part of #TeamScope
· Being a Scope representative
· Supporting a large, national disability charity that is committed to creating an equal future for all disabled people
· Meeting new people
· Boosting your confidence and increasing your self-esteem
What we can offer you ahead of the day
· Support with travel plans to and from the event
· Agreed out of pocket expenses
· Information about plans for the day
· Information on what you will be doing
What we can offer you on the day
· Free Scope t-shirt
· Scope event staff will be on hand to support on the day
· Front row view of the world’s most iconic marathon
· Fun day out in London
· Opportunity to volunteer with friends and family if you wish
· The chance to meet new people and Scope staff
· Satisfaction knowing you’ve made a big difference to our runners and helped make their day extra special
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. Scope is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and adults at risk, whether receiving services or being staff or volunteers. We expect all trustees, staff, and volunteers to share this commitment.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job title:
Events Marshal
Position type:
Volunteer
Job description:
On Tuesday 18th June, the London Legal Support Trust (LLST) will host the London Legal Walk for a very special 20th time, bringing the legal community together to commemorate this anniversary and raise funds for free legal advice agencies across London and the South East.
Last year, over 16,000+ legal professionals from over 900 organisations took on the challenge. To make this event a success, we are on the look-out for 1 day event marshals to join one of the largest single day fundraising events in the country and add value to the thousands of event attendees.
The event is attended by high ranking judiciary, the President of the Law Society, the Lady Chief Justice and hundreds of London's top law firms. Want to be part of this special day and add skills to your CV? Take a look at some of the tasks below:
Tasks:
- You will be positioned at a “cheer point” along the 10km route where it will be your role to cheer and motivate walkers and offer support and encouragement as they go past. Your presence alone is enough to motivate thousands across the line, and ultimately raise as many funds as possible through a positive event experience. Regular email contact and a full brief in are provided so you are fully confident of supporting this event.
- Answer any questions walkers may have (you will be provided with an information pack about your point on the route).
- Other event stewards will support us in our cloakrooms and at the street party finish line on Carey Street.
- Enjoy the street party after your slot!
Duration:
2.30-9pm
Date:
Tuesday 18th June 2024
Location:
Meeting point on Chancery Lane, London, WC2A 1PL, United Kingdom. Will be briefed and stationed on either the street party (Carey Street) or a route point around central London.
We will provide:
- Lunch/snacks on the day for you to take with you
- Information packs with everything you need to know about your role and responsibilities
- A full brief on the day so you are super confident to do your role
- Always buddied up with somebody else on a station.
What to bring:
- We recommend bringing hats, sun cream, and plenty of water. We also suggest you bring layers for the evening as it may still to get cold in the evening.
- Wear clothes you will be comfortable in especially comfortable shoes like trainers
- Feel free to bring your own food. You will have plenty of opportunities to go and grab something if you need (although food packs are provided by LLST)
To apply, please visit the London Legal Support Trust marshal page and fill out the short application form.
Additional comments:
- No skills or qualifications necessary, we just ask that you are dedicated, energetic and willing to help. This day would not be possible without the help of our brilliant marshals.
- All marshals have access to the street party post shift to enjoy the atmosphere with thousands of others.
- Shorter shifts available upon request.
This role is advertised as part of TPP's Free Giving Back Services. This volunteer advertisement copy has been supplied to TPP and applicants apply direct to the organisation. Please contact the organisation directly if you have any questions about this volunteer role.
Fundraising Volunteer - Events
We're looking for friendly and enthusiastic people to support us at fundraising events throughout the UK.
Blesma, The Limbless Veterans is the national charity and membership association for limbless serving and ex-service men and women and their dependants.
We help all wounded servicemen and women who have lost limbs, the use of limbs or eyes, to rebuild their lives by providing rehabilitation activities and welfare support.
We are looking for Volunteers to help the Fundraising Team at in person fundraising and awareness raising events throughout the UK. We’re a small and friendly team, operating at a regional and national level. We organise Blesma events and collections, attend third party events and support fundraisers doing their own events.
By volunteering with us, you will have the opportunity to gain first-hand experience of volunteering for a charity and will contribute to our work supporting injured veterans and their families.
Location: Multiple, throughout UK
We look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you for your interest in Blesma, The Limbless Veterans
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As a collection tin volunteer, you will play a vital role in supporting us to raise our profile and fundraise within your community.
You will look after the Magpas Air Ambulance collection tins within a designated area, replacing full tins and returning them to an agreed location. You can also help us by finding new locations in which to place tins. These collection tins are an important part of how we raise money, raising approximately £20,000 per year.
As a collection tin volunteer, you will be expected to:
- Represent Magpas Air Ambulance in a respectful and friendly manner
- Understand the work of Magpas Air Ambulance, having basic knowledge and enthusiasm for our service
- Wear your Magpas Air Ambulance ID badge, ensuring it's visible at all times
- Travel to your collection tins (on two or four wheels). Where motorised vehicles are used, you must hold a full UK driving license, have a road-worthy vehicle with up-to-date road tax, MOT certificate (where applicable) and fully comprehensive insurance.
- Establish the regularity of required tin collections in your area, keep a log of your activities and feedback to the Supporter Care Officer
- Proactively replace full collection tins as needed and deliver them to an agreed location within one working day of collection
- Place new tins in locations within your area, ensuring they are accurately labelled with the location and organisation's name
- Inform the Supporter Care Officer of any new tins placed or any changes, helping us to ensure records are accurate and kept up to date
- Follow all Magpas Air Ambulance policies and procedures, including reporting any accidents and incidents
- Recognise, respond to, and report any safeguarding issues or concerns
What to expect from us:
- Regular support and advice from our staff team
- Expenses covered in line with our volunteer policy
- On-the-job training specific to your role
- Events where you can meet other volunteers and share ideas
- Impressive skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it
- The opportunity to meet like-minded people
- We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome volunteers with diverse abilities
As well as joining the Magpas Air Ambulance family, you will make new friends and be an important connection within your community, representing the work of a lifesaving team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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As an event volunteer you will play a vital role by raising awareness of our services, assisting with fundraising and engaging with the local community.You will represent Magpas Air Ambulance at a wide range of events indoors and outdoors, come rain or shine. You may be assisting with car parking, meeting and greeting, setting up a stall, selling merchandise, engaging the public and answering questions. Magpas Air Ambulance have a presence at over 150 events each year and need reliable, friendly people like you to help us achieve this. At larger events you will be supported by an event lead and we'll always make sure you are prepared and confident, you don't need to have previous experience, just be willing to get stuck in!
As an event volunteer, you will be expected to:
- Represent Magpas Air Ambulance in a respectful and friendly manner.
- Understand the work of Magpas Air Ambulance to secure basic knowledge and enthusiasm for our service.
- Wear your Magpas Air Ambulance ID badge while volunteering, ensuring it's visible at all times.
- Follow the leadership and guidance of the event lead, staff member or event organiser.
- Assist in all event activities in a flexible and friendly manner.
- Have good communication skills and be able to work with other volunteers and staff as part of a team.
- Process the sale of merchandise and take donations.
- Follow all Magpas Air Ambulance policies and procedures, including reporting any accidents and incidents.
- Recognise, respond to and report any safeguarding issues or concerns.
What you can expect from us:
- Regular support and advice from our staff team.
- Expenses covered in line with our volunteer policy.
- On-the-job training specific to your role.
- Events where you can meet other volunteers and share ideas.
- Impressive skills to add to your CV and a reference if/when you need it.
- The opportunity to meet a network of like-minded people.
- We are an equal opportunity organisation and welcome volunteers with diverse abilities.
As well as joining the Magpas Air Ambulance family, you will make new friends and be an important connection within your community representing the work of a lifesaving team.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as the applications come in. Don’t miss your opportunity, apply now!
Could you be an Action for M.E. Trustee?
Are you impatient for change, passionate and have time to spare to make a positive impact? Around 1.3 million children and adults in the UK with M.E. and M.E.-like symptoms following Covid-19 urgently need people like you.
Action for M.E. is the only UK charity support children and adults with M.E., through information, support, advocacy and healthcare services while working to secure change for the future. Over half of our Board of Trustees have direct experience of M.E.
We are a small organisation that regularly punches above its weight, working on a national and international scale and are delighted to be working with staff, volunteers and our Board of Trustees team who are passionate, dedicated and determined. We have high aspirations and ambitions and believe that Action for M.E. can, and will, make a major contribution to creating the change that is so desperately needed.
As a Trustee, you will play a crucial role in guiding Action for M.E. to deliver critical services to meet present needs, while working to secure change for the future.
You will work as part of a dynamic Board of Trustees, helping to shape the strategic direction of the charity, bring fresh ideas and perspectives, ensure effective governance and financial stewardship and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.
We're looking for up to three individuals, from diverse backgrounds and experiences. We have a particular need for those who bring skills in either one or more of the following areas: research, science, local/national government, policy/advocacy and communications. These will complement the skills we currently have on the Board.
Are you committed to making a difference? Do you want to accelerate change? If you are ready to contribute your time and expertise to this worthwhile cause, we want to hear from you.
Join us in our mission to transform lives. Become our Charity Trustee today!
Please review the application pack attached for further instructions on how to apply to become our next Action for M.E. trustee.
We are a Disability Confident employer and welcome any reasonable adjustment requests required to take part in this recruitment process.
The closing date for applications is 30 April 2024, with interviews happening on a rolling basis.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.