How often will I be expected to volunteer?
All our volunteers are asked for a regular commitment depending on role. Volunteers helping with fundraising activities are more likely to be called on as and when required.
I work full-time, what can you offer me?
Our in-patient unit offers out of hours volunteering during weekday evenings and weekends. Our shops and outlets include Saturday opening hours, and we have fundraising events at weekends.
How old do I have to be to volunteer?
The minimum age for patient care volunteering is 18 years, however, volunteers in our charity shops may be as young as 16 years.
How long will it take for me to start volunteering once I send in my application form?
On receipt of your application form, we will invite you in for an informal chat. If you wish to go ahead you will be asked to have a more formal interview with the lead of your preferred area. Once approval is given and you decide to proceed, we will send for references and you will need to attend an induction course. Patient care volunteers will have a CRB (Criminal Record Bureau) check done, which can take up to three weeks to be processed and you will not be able to volunteer until your CRB clearance has been received.
Why do I need a CRB check?
Our patients are termed as ‘vulnerable adults’ and as such are dependent on the services we offer. The CRB check enables us to make safer recruitment decisions to the benefit of our patients.
Can I claim expenses for my volunteering?
We do not expect our volunteers to be ‘out of pocket’ as a result of their volunteering.
Am I insured for my volunteering through Weldmar Hospicecare Trust?
Volunteers are covered by the Employers' Liability Insurance Policy in exactly the same way as members of paid staff provided that the tasks undertaken are under the supervision and control of Weldmar. Volunteer drivers need to specify to their own personal car insurance where ‘driving in a voluntary capacity, without payment, although out of pocket expenses are reimbursed’ to ensure cover.
