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Sooty Box Collections Volunteer

RNIB - Royal National Institute of Blind People

Sooty, the famous loveable bear and national treasure, has featured on RNIB’s collection boxes for more than 50 years. With your support, RNIB has raised more than £13 million in public donations collected in our iconic Sooty boxes.

Join our community of amazing volunteer Sooty box collectors and help us to provide blind and partially sighted people with the support they need. RNIB urgently needs volunteers to collect and bank donations received through our Sooty boxes, which play a vital role in generating income and raising our profile in local communities. This role is completely flexible, can be performed by individuals, pairs or groups and the time you dedicate to it is entirely up to you and your commitments. You can give your time as little or as often as you like! Please note: Volunteers will be expected to use their own transportation and ideally should have access to a car. Mileage or transport costs will be reimbursed.
How often will I be needed? 1 Hours per Week
Key requirements Requires 2 references
Minimum age You must be at least 18 years old to apply
What skills and experience are needed?
*Good organisational skills *Trustworthy, enthusiastic and self-motivated *Are willing to travel in and around the local area *Comfortable working on your own *Ability to send and receive emails.

What skills do I need?

  • Good knowledge of the local area, Good organisational skills

When do I need to be available?

Morning Afternoon Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Details

1 Hour a week Minimum. You can give your time as little or as often as you like.

Where does this role take place?

Register your interest
  • Ideal for people interested in
  • Disability
  • Mental Health
  • Ideal for people who like
  • Advice and Information
  • Campaigning
  • Fundraising and Finance
  • General Helping
  • Details
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteers covered by insurance

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