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Parkrun Volunteers

For Thorney Bay Beach Parkrun Canvey Island

Register your interest

Parkrun is run by volunteers – The core team is made up of Run Directors /  Event Directors/ volunteer coordinator.

On a weekly basis parkrun require, volunteers

Marshals Acting as eyes on the course to direct runners, look for hazards and encourage participants

Timekeeper Starting the timer and clicking for each runner as they cross the finish line to record their time

Scanner Scanning the finish tokens and a runners barcode to link them together

Finish token hand out Handing out finish tokens to runners as they cross the line

Tail walker the last person on the course ensuring that no one is left behind and making the experience fun

What skills do I need?

Enthusiasm, a friendly attitude and a willingness to help out, some roles require a smart phone, no prior experience is needed and training is provided on the day, key traits include being on time, keeping calm under pressure, thinking on your feet  and common sense 

Interests

  • Fitness and Sport

Activities

  • Local Events
  • Sports Volunteering
  • Supporting Charities
  • Supporting People and Befriending

Details

  • Accessibility
  • Data Protection policy
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
    Park run policy on this is they are always with an adult
  • Training provided
    On the morning the RD will train how the roles are carried out
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 01/03/2025

End Date: 01/12/2027

Slot Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No Yes No
Afternoon No No No No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Availability Details

Weekly

Location

This opportunity is available in: Castle Point

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