Community Events Volunteer

Support Your Local Community at our Community Events

We are looking for friendly, reliable and community‑minded volunteers to help raise vital funds for Ashgate Hospice by representing the hospice at community events.

Community Events Volunteers represent Ashgate Hospice at local galas, fairs, festivals, and community events. Acting as ambassadors for the hospice, you will help raise awareness, engage with the public, and generate vital funds to support specialist palliative and end-of-life care for people and families across North Derbyshire

Department: Community Fundraising
Location: Various community venues across North Derbyshire

Time Commitment:

• Flexible, event-based volunteering  
• Most events take place during weekends and occasional evenings.  
• Volunteers can sign up for events that suit their availability 

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Community Events Volunteer, you’ll

• Attending local galas, fairs, festivals and community events on behalf of the Hospice 

• Set up and manage the hospice stall or information stand 
• Welcome and engage members of the public in conversation about the hospice’s work  
• Promote upcoming fundraising activities and ways to support the Hospice.  
• Assist with fundraising activities such as raffles, games and merchandise sales. 
• Act as an ambassador for the hospice, whilst reflecting its values. 

Who We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

• Confident and friendly when speaking with the public 
• Comfortable engaging with a wide range of people 
• Reliable, trustworthy and punctual 
• Able to work well as part of a team 
• Abide by the policies and procedures of Ashgate Hospice
• Ability to live the hospice values

No previous fundraising experience is required — full guidance and support will be provided.

What’s in It for You?

• Opportunity to attend popular local community events 
• A real opportunity to get involved with your local community and support patient care at the hospice
• Experience in fundraising and community engagement.  
• The chance to meet new people and be part of a supportive team. 
• We will provide you with all the necessary training for your role and develop your current skills
• Full travel expenses paid

What You Can Expect from Us

As a volunteer, you can expect:

• To be treated fairly, with respect and in line with hospice values
• A clear understanding of your role and responsibilities
• Appropriate training and ongoing support
• The resources and information needed to carry out your role
• A safe environment that values your time and contribution

What We Ask in Return

We ask our volunteers to:

• Reflect the values, goals and standards of Ashgate Hospice
• Place patient care at the heart of everything you do
• Follow our Health & Safety Policy, Volunteer Policy, Code of Behaviour and Volunteer Handbook
• Take part in relevant training and development
• Seek support whenever needed
• Carry out duties professionally and safely

Important Information

All volunteers are required to maintain confidentiality around certain patient and Hospice information.

All community event volunteers will be provided with training at each event.

Interested?

We’d love to hear from you.

Please apply via our website and feel free to include your CV or any supporting information that helps us get to know you.

To find out more about this role:
📧 James.Branson@ashgatehospicecare.org.uk

For general volunteering enquiries:
📞 01246 568801
📧 peopleservices@ashgatehospice.org.uk

🌐 https://ashgatehospice.org.uk/volunteering/