Love our town? become a Sherborne Volunteer Ambassador
When: March – November 2023
Objective: Welcome visitors and provide information
How long: Shift of 3-4 hours
What is the Dorset Volunteer Ambassador Programme?
Volunteer Ambassadors are a welcoming face for visitors in Sherborne, greeting visitors and providing local information on facilities and services including parking, restrooms, places of interest and local events.
What do Volunteer Ambassadors do?
Be a welcoming face for visitors
Engage positively, assisting with questions
Provide information on services and facilities
When it is busy, give recommendations for alternative places of interest
Roam a designated area talking to visitors
Wear a branded uniform and ID badge
Have a backpack with useful information for handing out
Who can be a Volunteer Ambassadors?
Anyone aged from 16 years old (under 18s will need parental consent)
You need to be able to be active for 3-4 hour shift
When will Volunteer Ambassadors be needed?
In Sherborne in the Summer and during school holidays.
Working in shifts of 3-4 hours
Once you are registered and approved on our online booking portal, you can select shifts that you would like to do.
What will Volunteer Ambassadors be provided with?
Each Volunteer Ambassadors will be provided with:
Branded uniform including polo shirt, jacket, cap and backpack
ID badge
Reasonable pre-approved travel expenses
Online Training
What will I need to do to be a Volunteer Ambassador?
Once you have registered your interest on the portal, you will need to:
Complete the training programme (approximately 30 minutes)
Provide a copy of photo ID and proof of address.
Read and complete a volunteer agreement
Let us know your shirt/jacket size
How can you register?
Please contact the Dorset Volunteer Centre on 01305 269214 or volunteer@volunteeringdorset.org.uk