Gloworm Festival Volunteers
OFFERED BY:
Action Medical ResearchLocation(s): Outside of Nottingham City
Address where volunteering takes place: Glowworm Festival takes place at Thoresby Park, near Newark NG22 9EPHow many places are on offer? Several
Purpose of Role:
Children’s Charity Action Medical Research is the official charity for this year’s Gloworm children’s festival. We are seeking volunteer support to help with a range of activities on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 August
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking volunteer support to help with a range of activities including:-
Supporting the Paddington Bear meet and greet area
Interacting with festival-goers at out Paddington themed activity tent
Supporting bucket collections across the site
The Gloworm festival will shine a light on premature birth and our 28-foot rowing boat, named in honour of baby Elijah who sadly only lived for 37 days, will be on display. We will need help as we invite festival goers to add their child’s name to the Captain’s log that will cross the ocean onboard in December.
Action Medical Research has been funding medical breakthroughs since we began nearly 70 years ago. We’re on a mission to save and change children’s lives through medical research, developing treatments, vaccinations and cures.
We have helped to beat polio, fight meningitis, prevent stillbirths and develop ultrasound scanning in pregnancy, helping to save thousands of children’s lives and change many more.
Supporting the Paddington Bear meet and greet area
Interacting with festival-goers at out Paddington themed activity tent
Supporting bucket collections across the site
The Gloworm festival will shine a light on premature birth and our 28-foot rowing boat, named in honour of baby Elijah who sadly only lived for 37 days, will be on display. We will need help as we invite festival goers to add their child’s name to the Captain’s log that will cross the ocean onboard in December.
Action Medical Research has been funding medical breakthroughs since we began nearly 70 years ago. We’re on a mission to save and change children’s lives through medical research, developing treatments, vaccinations and cures.
We have helped to beat polio, fight meningitis, prevent stillbirths and develop ultrasound scanning in pregnancy, helping to save thousands of children’s lives and change many more.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
You don't need any skills or experience, just a willingness to get involved in fun, family activities.
WHEN REQUIRED:
This grid shows when you can volunteer for this opportunity.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Are there age restrictions for this opportunity? No
Age Restrictions:
Children must volunteer with their parents
Are there gender restrictions for this opportunity? No
Gender restrictions:
Is the opportunity accessible to disabled people? Yes
Disability restrictions:
Please talk to us about your access needs
How long before volunteer can expect a response?
We will try to respond to volunteer enquiries within 48 hours
How long to complete training and recruitment?
This will take place on site
Volunteer Expenses offered? Yes
Induction and Training offered? Yes
Support and Supervision offered? Yes
Has a risk assessment been carried out? Yes
DBS Disclosure required? No