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*Community Fundraising- Leicestershire & Rutland, Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire
Community Fundraising Team Information
We are looking for volunteers to join our Community Fundraising Team to support in all areas including bucket collections, Supporting Events, Fundraising, Schools and General public speaking, tin co-ordinator/collector and being our Mascot.
Our Region Covers: Leicestershire and Rutland, Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire
.This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain new skills.
Volunteering is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week/month or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from management, and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Development Board Member
- Finance or Accountancy at a Senior Level
- Charity Sector and Fundraising
- Marketing and Communications.
- Corporate Partnerships
- Events Management
- Business Development
Collection Tin Volunteer
As a Collection Tin Volunteer, you will help to raise awareness and increase income, through managing and placing our collection tins in the local community to support generating essential income to help keep our helicopters flying.
What we need from you
A friendly, engaging attitude and excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships with local supporters. Basic numeracy and literacy skills as well as a knowledge of your local area would be advantageous.
Ideally we are looking for someone who can volunteer for a minimum 4 hours per month.
What we can offer you
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- A named regional fundraiser to support you.
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed.
- Improved mental health & wellbeing.
- Learn new skills & meet new friends.
- Supporting a great cause within your community.
- No experience necessary as full training will be provided.
Fundraising Group - Rutland
The Air Ambulance are looking to create a fundraising group and are seeking volunteers to join.
Our fundraising groups form a vital network of volunteers across the country, being part of a group is a way to meet new people, make great friends and get involved in your local community, all whilst helping to keep our helicopters flying.
We also rely on our fundraising groups to help organise fundraising events and activities within their local community, our groups act as ambassadors, helping to spread the word about the work of the Air Ambulance and encouraging and supporting local people, clubs and organisations to fundraise for us too.
Groups normally meet once a month and support in whatever way best suits their interests and skills to organise and support fundraising activities in their local community.
They do this by:
- Planning and organising fundraising events to take place across the year
- Meeting regularly as a group to reflect on events held and discuss future activities
- Developing relationships and representing the Children’s Air Ambulance in their local communities, including attending events
- Supporting the charities campaigns such as Wills Week, Superhero Month and Bring a £ day.
- Working alongside and support of a Fundraising Manager to identify opportunities
Fundraising Group - Loughborough
The Children’s Air Ambulance are looking to create a fundraising group and are seeking volunteers to join.
Our fundraising groups form a vital network of volunteers across the country, being part of a group is a way to meet new people, make great friends and get involved in your local community, all whilst helping to keep our helicopters flying.
We also rely on our fundraising groups to help organise fundraising events and activities within their local community, our groups act as ambassadors, helping to spread the word about the work of the Children’s Air Ambulance and encouraging and supporting local people, clubs and organisations to fundraise for us too.
Groups normally meet once a month and support in whatever way best suits their interests and skills to organise and support fundraising activities in their local community.
They do this by:
- Planning and organising fundraising events to take place across the year
- Meeting regularly as a group to reflect on events held and discuss future activities
- Developing relationships and representing the Children’s Air Ambulance in their local communities, including attending events
- Supporting the charities campaigns such as Wills Week, Superhero Month and Bring a £ day.
- Working alongside and support of a Fundraising Manager to identify opportunities
Fundraising Group Oadby & Wigston Area
The Air Ambulance are looking to create a fundraising group in Oadby & Wigston Area and are seeking volunteers to join.
Our fundraising groups form a vital network of volunteers across the country, being part of a group is a way to meet new people, make great friends and get involved in your local community, all whilst helping to keep our helicopters flying.
We also rely on our fundraising groups to help organise fundraising events and activities within their local community, our groups act as ambassadors, helping to spread the word about the work of the Children’s Air Ambulance and encouraging and supporting local people, clubs and organisations to fundraise for us too.
Groups normally meet once a month and support in whatever way best suits their interests and skills to organise and support fundraising activities in their local community.
They do this by:
- Planning and organising fundraising events to take place across the year
- Meeting regularly as a group to reflect on events held and discuss future activities
- Developing relationships and representing the Children’s Air Ambulance in their local communities, including attending events
- Supporting the charities campaigns such as Wills Week, Superhero Month and Bring a £ day.
- Working alongside and support of a Fundraising Manager to identify opportunities
We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Fundraising Group Market Harborough Area
The Air Ambulance service are looking to create a fundraising group and are seeking volunteers to join.
Our fundraising groups form a vital network of volunteers across the country, being part of a group is a way to meet new people, make great friends and get involved in your local community, all whilst helping to keep our helicopters flying & saving lives.
We rely on our fundraising groups to help organise fundraising events and activities within their local community, our groups act as ambassadors, helping to spread the word about the work of The Air Ambulance Service and encouraging and supporting local people, clubs and organisations to fundraise for us too.
Groups normally meet once a month and support in whatever way best suits their interests and skills to organise and support fundraising activities in their local community.
They do this by:
- Planning and organising fundraising events to take place across the year
- Meeting regularly as a group to reflect on events held and discuss future activities
- Developing relationships and representing The Air Ambulance Service in their local communities, including attending events
- Supporting the charities campaigns such as Wills Week, Superhero Month and Bring a £ day.
- Working alongside and support of a Fundraising Manager to identify opportunities
Volunteer Bucket Collector
Do you enjoy being part of your local community, are you looking for a flexible volunteering opportunity, do you want to meet new people and make difference?
We need your help to raise awareness and increase income for The Air Ambulance Service by taking part in our planned bucket collections and shakes and also help us to book in more regular collections local to you.
In this role you could be involved in:
- Supporting the fundraising team by joining us at our planned bucket collections at large events such as firework nights
- Approaching local business such as supermarkets to arrange and coordinate bucket collections
- Counting the money raised at out bucket collections
This role is very flexible, any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions. As the charity will invest time in processing your application and providing you with training to carry out your role, we ask that you commit to a minimum of two collections per year.
Volunteer Schools Speaker
Looking for a new volunteering experience? Join us as a school speaker!
We are looking for volunteers who would like to get involved in attending schools and/or groups to deliver engaging talks to raise awareness of our charity and inspire schools to support us. Our school assemblies are currently focused in Northamptonshire and Leicestershire however we would also like to hear from people outside of these areas who may be willing to travel and/or visit schools in their own areas.
In this role you may get involved in:
- Visiting schools to talk to children about the work of The Air Ambulance Service
- Talk about ways schools can fundraise to support our vital work
- Build connections locally with schools and groups to arrange further talks and expand our reach.
This role is flexible however most talks will take place during school hours. Talks usually take around 20 minutes and full training will be given, and equipment provided. We are ideally looking for volunteers who are able to commit to regular engagement with us by delivering x4 assemblies per month but any commitment would be welcome.
Having your own means of transport is essential.
Previous experience of presenting would be great but as long as you are confident speaking in front of a group then don’t worry, you’ll be provided with all the training and tools you need. You will also be paired up with a buddy whilst you learn the ropes and become confident to deliver the talks yourself.
Reasonable travel expenses will be covered.
Volunteer Event Supporter
Are looking for a flexible volunteering role, are you able to commit to volunteering for at least 10 hours per year, do you want to meet new people and make a difference?
We are expanding rapidly, and we need your help to raise awareness and increase income for The Air Ambulance Service and the Children’s Air Ambulance by supporting our large events and events local to you while representing the Charity.
As an event support volunteer some of the things you would be involved in are:
- Setting up and clearing down the event
- Welcoming and talking to members of the public
- Assisting with the smooth running of our events
- Cheering on our supporters
- Helping with promotion of events
Our events vary massively from local fetes and quiz nights to marathons and outdoor cinemas. Hopefully there will be something to interest everyone!
We will communicate all planned events to you regularly so that you can plan ahead and let us know which events you are able to support.
This role is very flexible, you can sign up to support our events on an ad hoc basis when it is most convenient for you. As the charity will invest time in processing your application and providing you with training to carry out your role, we ask that you commit to a minimum of two events per year.
Volunteer Fundraiser
Do you enjoy being part of your local community, are you looking for a flexible volunteering opportunity, do you want to meet new people and make a difference?
We have big plans to grow our charity and we need your help to raise awareness and increase income for The Air Ambulance Service and the Children’s Air Ambulance by supporting the fundraising team in your local community.
As a volunteer fundraiser you could help us by supporting the fundraising team and participating in local events representing the Charity.
In this role you could be involved in:
- Organising events to raise money and awareness in your area
- Running fundraising stalls at local events to represent the charity
- Participating in collections
- Collecting and delivering collateral and merchandise to supporters
This role is very flexible, any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions. As the charity will invest time in processing your application and providing you with training to carry out your role, we ask that you commit to a minimum of 6 hours per month.
Volunteer Speaker
Are you confident in public speaking and looking for a new challenge?
We need your help to raise awareness and spread the word about the work of your local Air Ambulance Service whist representing the charity in your local area.
In this role you could be involved in:
- Promoting the work of The Air Ambulance Service by giving talks and presentations to a range of audiences including local community groups and schools
- Approaching companies, groups and supporters in your local area to make connections to set up speaking engagements
- Attending local events and cheque presentations on behalf of the charity to officially thank our supporters.
Previous experience of presenting would be great but as long as you are confident speaking in front of a group then don’t worry, you’ll be provided with all the training and tools you need.
This role is very flexible, any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions. As the charity will invest time in processing your application and providing you with training to carry out your role, we ask that you commit to a minimum of 4 talks per year.
Asda Concession
Mission Statement
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Asda Sample Concession shop to support in serving customers on the till and sorting and replenishing stock.
The store is located at: George House, Coventry Road, Magna Park, Lutterworth LE17 4XH
The opening hours are Tuesday-Thursday 9.30-1.30pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please take a look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
General Interests
Ashby Shop
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Ashby shop to support in all areas including: generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at: 49a Market Street, Ashby, LE651AG
The opening hours are: Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please take a look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant
As a Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant, you would be the front face of the charity interacting with the public, so we are always looking for new friendly faces to join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Serving customers at the tills
- Assisting customers on the shop floor
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Sorting stock
- Updating our social media posts
- Promoting Gift Aid
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Stock Processor
As a Volunteer Stock Processor, you would be a key part of the charity preparing our donated stock ready for sale, if you have a few hours a week to spare come & join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Sorting, steaming & tagging stock
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Updating our social media posts
- Receiving donations
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Blaby Shop
Store Information
We are looking for Volunteers to join the team at our Blaby store to support in all areas including, generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor, operating the till or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at:5, John's Court, Blaby, LE8 4DJ.
The Opening times are Monday- Friday 9am-5pm Sunday 10am-4pm
This is a great Opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions. The shop is open Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm and Sundays 10am-4pm.
In return we’ll give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant
As a Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant, you would be the front face of the charity interacting with the public, so we are always looking for new friendly faces to join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Serving customers at the tills
- Assisting customers on the shop floor
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Sorting stock
- Updating our social media posts
- Promoting Gift Aid
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Treasure Hunter
Do you have a keen eye for finding unique things?
Are you able to find a Gem in our donations?
We are looking for volunteers to assess our donated stock to maximise the value of our donations to sell in our eBay Shop.
You may already have a good knowledge of antiques & collectables or be able to research our donations.
Are you able to find a gem amongst our donations?
If so, join our volunteer team & help us keep flying & continue to save lives.
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
Volunteer Stock Processor
As a Volunteer Stock Processor, you would be a key part of the charity preparing our donated stock ready for sale, if you have a few hours a week to spare come & join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Sorting, steaming & tagging stock
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Updating our social media posts
- Receiving donations
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Hinckley Shop
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Hinckley shop to support in all areas including: generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at: 70, Castle Street, Hinckley LE10 1DD
The opening hours are: Monday- Saturday 9am-5pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please take a look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Stock Processor
As a Volunteer Stock Processor, you would be a key part of the charity preparing our donated stock ready for sale, if you have a few hours a week to spare come & join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Sorting, steaming & tagging stock
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Updating our social media posts
- Receiving donations
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Market Harborough Shop
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Market Harborough shop to support in all areas including: generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at: Unit 3, St Marys Place Shopping Centre, Market Harborough LE16 7DR
The opening hours are: Monday- Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 10am-4pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please take a look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant
As a Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant, you would be the front face of the charity interacting with the public, so we are always looking for new friendly faces to join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Serving customers at the tills
- Assisting customers on the shop floor
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Sorting stock
- Updating our social media posts
- Promoting Gift Aid
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Stock Processor
As a Volunteer Stock Processor, you would be a key part of the charity preparing our donated stock ready for sale, if you have a few hours a week to spare come & join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Sorting, steaming & tagging stock
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Updating our social media posts
- Receiving donations
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Melton Mowbray Superstore
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Melton Mowbray Superstore to support in all areas including: generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at: 56, Scalford Road, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1LY
The opening hours are: Monday-Saturday 9am-6pm Sunday 10am-4pm.
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please take a look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
General Interests
Melton Mowbray Superstore Landing Pad
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Melton Mowbray Café to support in all areas including serving customers, learning how to make drinks using our coffee machine, Cleaning and clearing tables, Food Preparation and helping with admin duties.
The Café is located within our superstore at: 56, Scalford Road, Melton Mowbray, LE13 1JY
The opening hours are Monday- Saturday 9.30am-4.30pm Sunday 10am-3pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain catering skills.
Volunteering in our café is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we’ll give you all the food hygiene and safety training you need to be successful in the role once completed you will receive a food safety certificate, support from cafe management and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity and whilst on shift you can receive 15% off food and drink and 25% off donated goods in the superstore.
To find out more please take a look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
General Interests
Volunteer Area Admin Support/ Data Analyst
Are you good at organising? Do you like a challenge and making sure records and files are in order?
As Volunteer Area Support Administrator, you would be involved in:
- Supporting the area manager with various admin tasks
- Ensuring all records and reports are kept up to date
- Completing purchase orders and produce research when needed
Volunteering is very flexible in this role ideally you would be able to commit to 8 hours a week working from our Melton cafe. All IT equipment will be provided with full training and ongoing support.
Volunteer Café Assistant
Do you have great customer service skills and enjoy meeting new people?
As a Café Assistant you can get involved in:
- Till operator
- Preparing food and drinks for our customers
- Learning to use the coffee machine to make hot drinks
- Cleaning and clearing table to make sure they are ready for customers
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Oadby Shop
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Oadby shop to support in all areas including: generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at: 48, Chestnut Avenue, Oadby LE2 5JG
The opening hours are: Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please take a look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant
As a Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant, you would be the front face of the charity interacting with the public, so we are always looking for new friendly faces to join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Serving customers at the tills
- Assisting customers on the shop floor
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Sorting stock
- Updating our social media posts
- Promoting Gift Aid
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Treasure Hunter
Do you have a keen eye for finding unique things?
Are you able to find a Gem in our donations?
We are looking for volunteers to assess our donated stock to maximise the value of our donations to sell in our eBay Shop.
You may already have a good knowledge of antiques & collectables or be able to research our donations.
Are you able to find a gem amongst our donations?
If so, join our volunteer team & help us keep flying & continue to save lives.
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
Volunteer Stock Processor
As a Volunteer Stock Processor, you would be a key part of the charity preparing our donated stock ready for sale, if you have a few hours a week to spare come & join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Sorting, steaming & tagging stock
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Updating our social media posts
- Receiving donations
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Oakham Home Shop
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Oakham Home shop to support in all areas including: generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at: Cold Overton Road, Oakham, LE15 6NU
The opening hours are: Monday- Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 10am-4pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant
As a Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant, you would be the front face of the charity interacting with the public, so we are always looking for new friendly faces to join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Serving customers at the tills
- Assisting customers on the shop floor
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Sorting stock
- Updating our social media posts
- Promoting Gift Aid
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Driver's Mate
Are you looking for a new Challenge?
Do you like being out and about meeting new people, Physically fit and able to lift and move items, work as part of a team?
You will out on the road with a staff member to help deliver and collect stock from shop to shop in the area.
Delivering large furniture purchases for our customers to their homes in the local area.
This could be the exact volunteering role for you!
Volunteer Treasure Hunter
Do you have a keen eye for finding unique things?
Are you able to find a Gem in our donations?
We are looking for volunteers to assess our donated stock to maximise the value of our donations to sell in our eBay Shop.
You may already have a good knowledge of antiques & collectables or be able to research our donations.
Are you able to find a gem amongst our donations?
If so, join our volunteer team & help us keep flying & continue to save lives.
Volunteer Stock Processor
As a Volunteer Stock Processor, you would be a key part of the charity preparing our donated stock ready for sale, if you have a few hours a week to spare come & join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Sorting, steaming & tagging stock
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Updating our social media posts
- Receiving donations
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Oakham Shop
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Oakham Clothing shop to support in all areas including: generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at: 13, High Street, Oakham. LE15 6AH
The opening hours are: Monday- Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 10am-4pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please take a look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant
As a Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant, you would be the front face of the charity interacting with the public, so we are always looking for new friendly faces to join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Serving customers at the tills
- Assisting customers on the shop floor
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Sorting stock
- Updating our social media posts
- Promoting Gift Aid
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Stock Processor
As a Volunteer Stock Processor, you would be a key part of the charity preparing our donated stock ready for sale, if you have a few hours a week to spare come & join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Sorting, steaming & tagging stock
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Updating our social media posts
- Receiving donations
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Wigston Home Shop
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Wigston Home shop to support in all areas including: generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at: 12-16 Leicester Road, Wigston, LE18 1DR
The opening hours are: Monday- Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 10am-4pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant
As a Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant, you would be the front face of the charity interacting with the public, so we are always looking for new friendly faces to join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Serving customers at the tills
- Assisting customers on the shop floor
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Sorting stock
- Updating our social media posts
- Promoting Gift Aid
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Stock Processor
As a Volunteer Stock Processor, you would be a key part of the charity preparing our donated stock ready for sale, if you have a few hours a week to spare come & join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Sorting, steaming & tagging stock
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Updating our social media posts
- Receiving donations
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Electrical Donation Tester
Are you good with electricals and keen to learn a new skill?
This Electrical Donation tester role could be the perfect opportunity for you.
As an Electrical Donation Tester you would be getting involved in:
- Trialling our electrical items donated to make sure all the functions work
- Learning how to use the PAT testing machine to make sure the items are safe to use
- Ensuring that once electrical items have been tested they are ready to be sold on the shop floor
Helping us to be able to sell our electrical donations really does make a huge difference to shop sales
Driver's Mate
Are you looking for a new Challenge?
Do you like being out and about meeting new people, Physically fit and able to lift and move items, work as part of a team?
You will out on the road with a staff member to help deliver and collect stock from shop to shop in the area.
This could be the exact volunteering role for you!
Wigston Shop
Store Information
We are looking for volunteers to join the team in our Wigston shop to support in all areas including: generating stock, merchandising, processing donations, raising awareness locally, assisting on the shop floor or supporting behind the scenes with social media and online sales.
The store is located at: 37, Leicester Road, Wigston LE18 1NR
The opening hours are: Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 9.30am-3,30pm
This is a great opportunity to become part of a great team, meet new people and gain retail skills.
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
In return we will give you all the training you need to be successful in the role, support from store management, a staff discount of 25% and the opportunity to gain experience working for a national charity.
To find out more please take a look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We now require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant
As a Volunteer Shop Floor Assistant, you would be the front face of the charity interacting with the public, so we are always looking for new friendly faces to join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Serving customers at the tills
- Assisting customers on the shop floor
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Sorting stock
- Updating our social media posts
- Promoting Gift Aid
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Treasure Hunter
Do you have a keen eye for finding unique things?
Are you able to find a Gem in our donations?
We are looking for volunteers to assess our donated stock to maximise the value of our donations to sell in our eBay Shop.
You may already have a good knowledge of antiques & collectables or be able to research our donations.
Are you able to find a gem amongst our donations?
If so, join our volunteer team & help us keep flying & continue to save lives.
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
Volunteering in our shops is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions.
Volunteer Stock Processor
As a Volunteer Stock Processor, you would be a key part of the charity preparing our donated stock ready for sale, if you have a few hours a week to spare come & join us!
Our volunteers are essential in everything we do, last year contributing over 226,000 hours of their time to save lives.
Some of the tasks you could be involved in:
- Sorting, steaming & tagging stock
- Visual merchandising of windows & shop displays
- Updating our social media posts
- Receiving donations
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
No experience necessary as full training will be provided
*We require all volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Youth Development Team
Youth Development team Information
We are looking for volunteers to join us in our Youth Development team to support in all areas including: supporting at events, being our crew mascot, Schools speaker and office volunteer.
We will give you a full induction to all aspects of your role and you will have ongoing support from the team. You will also have the opportunity to develop new skills to build your CV and gain invaluable experience working for a leading charity.
Volunteering is very flexible, you can either commit to set hours each week/ month or join us on a more flexible basis. Any time you can give helps us to fund our lifesaving missions
To find out more please look at the different volunteer roles below or contact us at volunteering@theairambulanceservice.org.uk
*We require all Volunteers to complete a basic DBS check and provide two references, you will be contacted regarding these as part of the application process.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Schools Speaker
Looking for a new volunteering experience? Join us as a school speaker!
We are looking for volunteers who would like to get involved in attending schools and/or groups to deliver engaging talks to raise awareness of our charity and inspire schools to support us.
In this role you may get involved in:
- Visiting schools to talk to children about the work of The Air Ambulance Service
- Talk about ways schools can fundraise to support our vital work
- Build connections locally with schools and groups to arrange further talks and expand our reach.
Benefits of volunteering with The Air Ambulance Service:
- 25% discount on donated goods
- Training & Development
- Reasonable travel costs reimbursed
- Improved mental health & well being
- Learn new skills & meet new friends
- Supporting a great cause within your community
This role is flexible however most talks will take place during school hours. Talks usually take around 20 minutes and full training will be given, and equipment provided. We are ideally looking for volunteers who are able to commit to regular engagement with us by delivering x4 assemblies per month but any commitment would be welcome.
Having your own means of transport is essential.
Previous experience of presenting would be great but as long as you are confident speaking in front of a group then don’t worry, you’ll be provided with all the training and tools you need. You will also be paired up with a buddy whilst you learn the ropes and become confident to deliver the talks yourself.
Reasonable travel expenses will be covered.
