Race Day Park Volunteer – Community RunFest Rayleigh

Volunteers play a vital role in creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable event. Your support helps bring the community together and ensures participants have a memorable experience.

Role Purpose

To support the safe, smooth, and successful delivery of Community RunFest by assisting with event operations and ensuring all participants have a positive and enjoyable experience.

Key Responsibilities

Volunteers may be asked to support in one or more of the following areas:

• Welcoming visitors and helping direct them to different areas of the park
• Answering questions and offering clear, helpful guidance
• Keeping pathways open, safe, and easy to move through
• Helping keep the park clean and tidy by picking up litter
• Supporting visitors throughout the day to make it enjoyable for all
• Helping maintain a well-organised and safe environment

·        Reporting any concerns, incidents, or hazards to the event team

Support Provided

• Full briefing and guidance on the day
• Clear role allocation and point of contact
• Refreshments (£10 voucher to be spent at designated food vendor)
• A rewarding opportunity to support the local community and be part of a positive event

What skills do I need?

Skills & Qualities

• Friendly, approachable, and positive attitude
• Good communication skills
  
• Reliable and punctual
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
•   Enthusiastic about supporting community events

Requirements

• Attend a short pre-event briefing
• Be available for the agreed time slot on event day
• Wear appropriate clothing/footwear for outdoor conditions
• Follow all health and safety guidance

Interests

• Civic Responsibility and Communities
• Fitness and Sport
• Health and Social Care

Activities

• Advice and Information
• General Helping
• One-off Activity