©InfoWould you like to be someone people could depend on in an emergency? We can equip you with the skills to offer practical – even life-saving – help wherever it is needed.
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Podcast
Listen to husband and wife volunteer team Colin and Gill Moffat talk about some of the challenges they face and the satisfaction they get from helping people in crisis.
How would I be helping people?
You would be prepared to cope with emergencies at work and in the home. As a first aid volunteer, you could help your community by:
- delivering first aid training courses
- providing support at accidents and major incidents
- providing first aid cover at public events like concerts and football games.
What skills and training do I need?
You do not need any previous first aid skills. We will train you in first aid and give you the support you need to do this role.
How much time do I need to give?
You and your volunteering manager will discuss how much time you are able to give. Since our volunteering opportunities depend on local needs, some areas may need volunteers more regularly or for longer hours than others. If one of our services requires more time than you are able to give, we may have other volunteering opportunities that fit your schedule.
Will volunteering cost me anything?
We reimburse all reasonable out-of-pocket expenses when you volunteer for us. Volunteers are asked to keep expenses to a minimum and to supply receipts. Please feel free to discuss this with a volunteer advisor beforehand if you have any worries or questions.
Why are volunteers needed?
Without volunteers we would never be able to give people the help they need in a crisis. Because we offer so many services across the UK, we depend on people who generously give up their time to help others.
How do I apply?
You can search and apply online for first aid volunteering opportunities. You can also talk to a service manager about current opportunities near you.
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