Volunteer Agreement
We want to ensure that for as long as you are volunteering with Newcastle City Council Parks and Allotments Service, you know what you can expect from us and what will be expected of you.
By registering as a volunteer, you agree to:
- Embrace and exhibit our values.
- Be an advocate for Newcastle City Council Parks and Allotments Service.
- Play your part in making everyone feel welcome and accepted.
- Follow direction and instruction from council staff.
- Share your ideas and opinions with us.
- Come to us directly with any questions or concerns so we can address them.
- Give us as much notice as possible if you are unable to volunteer.
In return, we will:
- Provide opportunities to make a valued and meaningful contribution.
- Give you a proper induction and all relevant training for your role.
- Keep you up to date with what is happening across our parks and allotments.
- Treat you fairly and in line with the Equality Act.
- Create a safe working environment.
- Give you the chance to share your views with us.
- Provide a named contact you can go to with any questions and/or for support.
- Offer opportunities to give feedback on your role and provide clear guidance on what to do if there’s a problem.
- Thank you regularly for your hard work!
Please note: When signing up to volunteer with Newcastle City Council Parks and Allotments Service, your application represents an individual unless you contact us to register as a group. This means we are unable to allow anyone to bring additional people along on tasks with them, including children or friends. We also cannot accept pets (excluding service animals) at volunteering tasks, as they pose a distraction and are not covered in risk assessments.
