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Our Team



Volunteering

Volunteer Bucket Collectors

Posted Friday 20th September 2024

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:

    • Locations will vary but will be within the Greater Glasgow or East Renfrewshire areas.

For more information, please contact: Volunteer Services Manager: claire.docherty@ppwh.org.uk