How to write a volunteer agreement without creating an employment contract
What to include in volunteer induction training to help new volunteers get started
Guidance on how to support, engage and manage your volunteers
How to support, supervise and get feedback from volunteers to improve their experience
How to keep volunteers engaged and retain them at your organisation
How to recognise and address problems or issues with your volunteers
How to dismiss a volunteer with fairness when other ways to solve a problem haven’t worked
Find out how other organisations have developed ways to engage young people in their volunteer programmes.
Guidance on training, accrediting and thanking volunteers
How to thank your volunteers and show you appreciate their efforts
At a time of crisis, charities want and need to be able to give their all to supporting people who need it most. They cannot do that if they have to suspend their work or close altogether.
Volunteering rates have remained stable over the last few years. In 2018/19, 22% of people regularly volunteered with a group, club or organisation. While the pandemic is unlikely to influence the overall numbers of people volunteering in the UK, we will
Understanding your safeguarding responsibilities when managing budgets, security and staff safety
How to make sure your organisation is managing data safely and securely
Find out about starting and checking due diligence when working with others
Find more safeguarding resources that may be useful in your role
How human resources can play a leading role in safeguarding
Ensuring good safeguarding practice from interview to exit
How to conduct recruitment practices safely
How to conduct a safeguarding risk assessment when recruiting to a new role
Guidance for advertising roles and processing applications
Safeguarding considerations when shortlisting for roles