VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

CHAS Bradford was formed by volunteers over 40 years ago, and they still play a vital role in our work today. 
 
We offer volunteering opportunities in our office, reception, shop and workshops.
 
We accomodate to your needs, so whether you have just a few hours a week to spare, or like one of our current volunteers want to help Monday to Friday, you will be welcome. 


If you would like to help in our workshops, it is essential that you already have experience & qualifications in joinery or electrical skills.  These opportunites would particulary suit someone who is retired or not currently in full time employment. Other opportunities,such as van driver and mates, are available for people wanting to assist with warehouse activities. 






Our Volunteers are often the first people customers meet in both our shop and reception.   These opportunities would suit friendly people who enjoy company and meeting new faces. 








If you would prefer to help behind the scenes you can volunteer in one of our two offices. Office volunteers carry out a variety of tasks, so don't worry if you do not class yourself as 'computer literate'.  We will give training where necessary or find you alternative tasks - we will work with what suits you.  





If you think that you would enjoy volunteering at CHAS Bradford, please get in touch on the numbers below and speak to a member of staff. If you prefer we can ask one of our current volunteers to have a chat with you before you decide. All of our volunteers are willing participants so we will support you to decide what is right for you.
 

For more information you can contact:  
 
Anne to volunteer in the ADVICE  AND SUPPORT SERVICE:   01274 726790 
 
Qubra to volunteer in the FURNITURE SERVICE:    01274 731909
 
Also check out our Volunteer's Charter below which outlines our values and commitments in regards to volunteering.
Volunteer's Charter.doc 

You can also view the Volunteer Task Descriptions below and complete and return the application to us.  If we have any suitable volunteer vacancies we will be in touch. Please ring us if you would like to contribute in a way not described in the Task Descriptions.

Furnitur - Reception..doc  Furniture - Shop.doc  Van & Warehouse.doc  furn - repair and elec.doc                         Volunteer application form.doc 
  
 
Would you like to help form a Fundraising and Publicity Team?

We're looking for new members for this essential task.  Commitment levels can vary and can usually be done at your own convenience.  

The Fundraising and Publicity Team will aim to raise support, funds and awareness of our activities.
Members will arrange activities and entertainment such as our annual Brain of Bradford Quiz. This is an essential role to support CHAS’ continued existence.

The Team will normally meet every 4 to 8 weeks depending on current activity. Below is an outline of the assistance required: 
 
Coordinator: Correspond with members, update records of current supporters, organise team meetings, take and distribute minutes, compose thank you letters to funders, organise correspondence on behalf of the Team.

Publicity Correspondent: Identify sources of publicity (eg church or village newsletters and websites), establish links with local press, create and arrange distribution of posters, flyers, leaflets and press releases to promote the Fundraising Group activities.

Community Promoter: Speak to community groups/organisations about CHAS Bradford’s work (eg church guilds, WI, rotary clubs) etc.

Events Organiser: Coordinate date with other members, book venue/performers/ etc, coordinate publicity with Publicity Correspondent, arrange prizes, coordinate staffing for event, organise ticket orders and distribution with Group Coordinator.

With the exception of the Coordinator, all the roles can be shared between more than one person. 

If you think that you would enjoy helping us in this way please contact Ruth on 01274 513030 for further details, or email ruth.b@chasbradford.org.uk