About
The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice is a registered Scottish charity that provides palliative care and support for people living in South Glasgow and East Renfrewshire. Our palliative and end-of-life care services for patients, their families and carers are free.
Volunteer Bucket Collectors
Key Tasks:
Support bucket collections in assigned areas on specific dates and times.
Collect cash donations and take card payments from the public.
Handle cash donations securely.
Represent The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice with professionalism, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude.
Work as part of a team with other Bucket Collection Volunteers, passing buckets and equipment to the next volunteer or the Fundraising team at the end of your shift.
Provide occasional information about the Hospice to enquirers and refer them to the appropriate staff member for detailed questions.
Skills, Experience, and Personal Qualities Needed:
Access to transportation to and from the collection location.
Comfortable standing for extended periods.
Must be aged 16 or over and possess photo ID.
Polite with good communication skills.
Ability to accept rejection without taking it personally.
Reliable, committed, and trustworthy.
Benefits:
Opportunity to make a real difference to people living with life-limiting illnesses and their families.
Chance to meet new people and become part of the wider Hospice and volunteer community, with access to events and communications tailored to volunteers.
Opportunity to gain new experiences, develop skills, and build confidence.
Expectations:
Work within The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice’s core values: care and compassion, feeling valued, fairness and integrity, dignity and respect, and striving for excellence.
Maintain a smart appearance and always wear your volunteer ID badge.
Adhere to The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice’s policies and procedures, and the Fundraising Codes of Practice.
Take responsibility for your own health and safety, including wearing appropriate clothing and footwear, and report any areas of risk.
Reflect a commitment to equal opportunities, equality, and diversity.
Maintain strict confidentiality.
Attend mandatory volunteer training and updates on health and safety and other relevant training.
Time Commitment:
The number of days and hours will be negotiated between the volunteer and the Volunteer Services Team, with a minimum of 2 hours per collection.
Training and Support:
Full induction led by the Volunteer Services Team.
Additional training available if appropriate.
Regular contact and support from the Volunteer team.
Provided with a Hospice sash, tabard, or t-shirt depending on the venue.
Location
Glasgow
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