About our volunteers
Since starting the COVID-19 vaccination programme back in December 2021, the success and smooth running of our clinics has been down to the immense commitment and fantastic support of our wonderful family of volunteers and thanks to the great support we’ve had from Bolton CVS, who co-ordinated this for us.
In July 2021 we took the bold step to directly co-ordinate our Volunteer Site Stewards and recruited our Volunteer Co-ordinator, Emily, to do this.
This was an important step for us as we are committed to becoming a ‘volunteering organisation’ that pledges to promote, encourage and value volunteering and volunteers in Bolton.
We will continue to work with CVS to ensure that the volunteer recruitment processes and policies we develop are fair and so we, and our volunteers, can access the fantastic training and advice they offer.
Hi! I’m Emily, our volunteer co-ordinator
I started with the GP Federation in June to help co-ordinate the Volunteer Site Stewards.
I’m finding this role really rewarding and I’m loving getting to know the volunteers. I’ve already been blown away by how friendly and helpful everyone is. People are so generous with dedicating their own time to helping at our clinics and I can really sense that they enjoy volunteering with us.
If you’re interested in becoming one of our volunteers and are unsure or have any questions, please get in touch with me.
Why volunteer for us?
Volunteering in our clinics is fun, fast-paced and very rewarding. We support our volunteers as much as we can, and offer:
- Flexible shifts in flexible locations to suit you and your availability
- Lunch and refreshments
- Reimbursement of parking costs incurred
- Training and development opportunities for those who are interested
- References for job applications
- Volunteering placements to students requiring them
- Free DBS checks if needed
- Pathways into paid employments
What our volunteers say
- It has been a great experience and thanks for the opportunity.
- I have enjoyed the volunteer experience and have not found it difficult.
- I am receiving clear, regular notifications from the volunteer co-ordinator.
- It is lovely when we are thanked at the end of the shift.
- I’m really happy to support my community at this time and working along with the GP Federation.
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