Volunteer Telford

We are looking for a volunteer support worker to work alongside our independence and skills projects at our Day Service 

This project supports vulnerable adults to learn independent living skills in areas such as domestic living tasks, cooking, furniture restoration, crafts, textiles, community gardening service, allotment, community safety and participation, leisure activities, travel training, being healthy, work skills and looking after our wellbeing.

You will receive the same training and support as the rest of our team.

The Skills and Enterprise Hub, run daily Monday-Friday 9.00am-4.00pm.

We are looking for people who can help for a minimum of half a day a week during these times, or to do regular workshops on specific activities.

Our belief that ‘Horses make a difference’ underpins all that we do.

It is a testament to the entire Cavalier Centre community of volunteers, staff, trustees, participants and supporters that the Centre continues to grow and develop, despite a few difficult years.

Our ambition is to improve even more lives through activities based around our incredible team of horses and ponies, increase our work with volunteers, partners and supporters to benefit the community and become a centre of excellence for wellbeing and equestrianism to be enjoyed by all.

Front of House & Administration Support Volunteer

Role Overview:

The Front of House & Administration Support role is key to creating a welcoming and well-organised environment at The Cavalier Centre.

This position involves being the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and volunteers, while also providing essential administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the Centre.

Key Responsibilities:

Front of House Duties:

Welcome visitors, clients, and volunteers in a friendly and professional manner

Answer telephone and email enquiries, directing them appropriately

Manage bookings, appointments, and general enquiries

Maintain a tidy, organised, and welcoming reception area

Provide information about the Centre’s activities, programmes, and facilities

Administrative Support:

Assist with general office tasks including data entry, filing and record keeping

Support the coordination of schedules, bookings, and diaries

Help maintain accurate records for clients, volunteers and activities

Assist with preparing documents, communications and reports

Support event administration and coordination where required.

Location:

The Cavalier Centre, Much Wenlock, Shropshire.

Personal Qualities:

Friendly, approachable and professional manner

Reliable and punctual

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Positive, flexible and willing to help where needed

Empathy and understanding when working with a wide range of people

Additional Information:

Training and support will be provided

Opportunity to be part of a supportive and community-focused environment

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people and keeping things organised, while contributing to the welcoming atmosphere and smooth running of The Cavalier Centre.

As a Community Fundraising Volunteer, you will represent Blood Cancer UK in your local area, organising and creating fundraising opportunities to support life-saving research.

Your role will involve raising awareness of our work by hosting events and encouraging donations from the public.

The role is flexible and varied, allowing you to arrange your own team of volunteers to organise events such as quiz nights, liaise with local businesses, or run activities based on your availability.

You will have the freedom to focus on what you enjoy, use your connections, and fit it around your schedule. Our Regional Managers will support you every step of the way, providing training and all necessary materials to ensure your events are successful.

Please note, you need to be 18 or over for this role. This is an opportunity where you will play an important part in raising funds and spreading awareness in your community.

Key activities

Organising and hosting your own fundraising events, such as quiz nights, music events, and community gatherings

Participating in local events, like fetes and festivals, selling goods or running games

Applying to host bucket collections at local venues

Encouraging others in your network to volunteer and support your events

Attending and supporting bucket collections in your area

Engaging with the public to raise awareness of Blood Cancer UK’s work and services

Handling donations and ensuring funds are paid in either online, at Barclays Bank, or at a local post office

Completing risk assessments for your fundraising activities with the support of your Volunteer Manager

Who is Sported?

We are the UK’s largest network of community groups supporting half a million young people to overcome barriers to reach their full potential. Sported members are led by an incredible group of passionate and dedicated people who do amazing work in their communities, transforming the lives of young people in neighbourhoods across the UK. Where they often lack support or the time is around their organisation’s development and it’s here where you can make a difference.

What will I get out of it?

You will get to meet the inspirational faces of community groups across the UK and immerse yourself in their work; use your existing skills in a rewarding fashion whilst developing new ones; guide members to become more inclusive; network with other like-minded individuals helping grassroots sports groups survive; and so much more.

Our volunteers say that making a positive difference to our members is what they most enjoy about volunteering at Sported.

What will I do as a Sported volunteer?

You'll use your professional skills and lived experience to help groups overcome operational challenges, become better equipped for the future, and tackle inequality in sport. 

Most of our roles are quite flexible and work around your schedule. We do our best to only share opportunities we think are relevant to you. With most of our volunteering support being delivered digitally, it’s even easier to get started supporting members across our network.

Travel expenses in line with our policy are covered in the instances in-person meetings occur.

Our roles include:

Short-term placements - Focused on one topic area or specific challenge, placements usually last about 6 sessions.

Long-term placements – Placements span a series of months and encompass multiple topics, or a single complex subject.

One-off support – Kickstarts are semi-structured, informal chats to learn more about a group’s strengths and challenges, and recommend a course of action.

Specific project work, facilitating/delivering webinars and training, or supporting Sported itself plus much more!