Volunteer Opportunity – Emergency Response
When there is a fire, flood or severe weather, we’re among the first to respond.
You must be located within 30 minutes of Morriston fire station, Swansea (SA6 6JA).
This is a 24‑hour service and volunteers will need to be available when on call.
Requirements
* Volunteer on a regular basis.
* Volunteer for a minimum of four 6‑hour shifts per month.
* Hold a driving licence for at least two years that allows you to drive in the UK and have access to your own vehicle. Be confident driving a large British Red Cross vehicle or a leased vehicle.
* Attend monthly team meetings.
* Be available to undertake required e‑learning modules and Zoom training sessions in the first few months of volunteering, plus other service‑specific trainings as required.
* Commit to volunteering for at least 12 months.
Due to the nature of this role, applicants must undergo a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants will be asked to provide ID documents in support of the DBS check.
Unfortunately we aren’t able to accept applications from 15 to 17‑year‑olds for this role. Please get in touch and we can support you to find another role in your area.
Health and Safety Statement
We take an individual approach to ensuring your safety. We may ask you to complete a simple risk assessment and will also have a conversation with you to discuss and identify any adjustments you may need.
Diversity
Diversity is something we celebrate. We want you to bring your authentic self to the Red Cross and feel that you belong. We want to create an inclusive environment, and promote and spread the power of kindness.
As part of creating an inclusive space we have an expenses policy that prioritises volunteers not being out of pocket for expenses linked to your role. If upfront costs are difficult, you can speak to your volunteering manager about this to find alternatives.
We welcome refugees, asylum seekers and others currently in the UK to volunteer with us. We want volunteering to be accessible to everyone.
If you have any questions before applying, please contact us at volunteerrecruitment@redcross.org.uk.
Please visit our website to view the advert text in Welsh, Arabic, Dari, Fari, Kurdish‑Sorani, Pashto, Polish, Russian or Ukrainian.
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