Rhubarb Festival Ambassadors

Rhubarb Festival is back and we need friendly, enthusiastic volunteer ambassadors to support the Events Team over the weekend!

As an Ambassador, you will:

  • Help create the atmosphere at Rhubarb Festival
  • Provide programmes and event information to visitors as needed (for example to nearest toilets, recycling stations, parking)
  • Help out with any tasks on the day that ensure the smooth running of the event, such as greeting visitors as they arrive by coach
  • Understand and implement procedures calmly and quickly in the event of a fire or other threat
  • Help and assist event attendees where needed, in a calm, polite and friendly manner
  • Know the location of the first aid station and any first aid equipment, and contact designated first-aider in cases of emergency
  • Understand methods or signals used to alert staff that an emergency has arisen
  • Recognise potential hazards or safety concerns, reporting such findings immediately to supervisors
  • Be willing to work as part of a team, following instructions and taking initiative as required
  • If you speak another language, we would love to know if you are willing to share information in this language to make our events accessible for all

Skills you will develop:

  • Customer service
  • Confident communication
  • Team-working
  • Organisational skills
  • Dynamic problem-solving
  • Risk management

Shifts Available:

  • Friday Shift 1: 9.30am-12pm
  • Friday Shift 2: 12pm-2.30pm
  • Saturday Shift 1: 9.30am-12pm
  • Saturday Shift 2: 12pm-2.30pm
  • Sunday Shift: 12pm-2.30pm

Training:

Ambassadors will need to attend a briefing session, during which all event training will be provided:

  • Friday 14 February | 12pm-1pm | Online via Teams
  • Monday 17 February | 4:30pm-5:30pm | In person at Wakefield One
  • Tuesday 18 February | 1pm-2pm | Online via Teams

How to Apply

If you are interested in volunteering, you can send us an email at ouryear@wakefield.gov.uk or click the button below to sign up via Citizen Coin, the new home of volunteering in Wakefield District.

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