Emergency Response Volunteer: On-Call Community Support

When there is a fire, flood or severe weather, we're among the first to respond.

You must be located within 30 minutes of the Northampton British Red Cross office (NN3 6SU).

This is a 24-hour service and volunteers will need to be available when on call.

We would like volunteers who;

• Be able to volunteer on a regular basis.
• Be able to commit to 24 hours per month on a rota - 6 hour shifts.
• Have held a driving licence for at least 2 years which allows you to drive in the UK. Be confident driving a large British Red Cross vehicle or leased vehicle.
• Are able to attend monthly team meetings.
• Are available to undertake required e-learning modules and online training sessions in the first few months of volunteering plus other service specific trainings as required.
• Can commit to volunteering for at least 12 months.

Applicants must undergo Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check and provide ID documents in support of the DBS check.

Unfortunately we aren't able to accept applications from 15 - 17 year olds for this role. Please get in touch and we can support you to find another role in your area.

What you will be doing

• Respond to emergency call outs in your local area.
• Give emotional support to people and communities affected by an emergency.
• Give practical support such as distributing clothing, food or water after an emergency.
• Tell people where they can get extra support.
• Collaborate with local government or emergency services staff.

The skills you need

• Warm and friendly.
• Calm and can follow processes under pressure.
• Good listening skills and ability to empathise.
• Can communicate in a calm manner.
• Able to act responsibly.

What's in it for you

• Meet new people and be part of a dynamic and inclusive team.
• A great opportunity to develop your existing skills and gain new ones.
• All training and induction for the role (there is no charge for training).
• Reasonable pre-agreed travel expenses for the role including for attending training.

Hatton Close, Northampton, NN3 6SU, United Kingdom