Since the beginning of ICN, volunteers have played a critical part in supporting us and helping us deliver our services. We couldn’t do the work we do without our incredible volunteer team – so why not join us today?
As a small charity we welcome all those who apply, as we are regularly in need of volunteer support. Our needs are always changing due to the needs of those we support, so we cannot guarantee there will be a volunteering opportunity for everyone.
Before you read further, we invite you to read more about who we are as a charity. We are a Christian charity, who work with people of all faiths and none. We don’t require volunteers to share a faith but would require volunteers to be sympathetic of and respectful of our Christian ethos.
Applying as a volunteer – What should you expect?
Due to the sensitivity of the work we do at ICN in supporting vulnerable people and due to our safer recruitment and safeguarding commitment, we have quite a thorough volunteer application process. We welcome applications from all who would like to volunteer, but not all will be successful in applying. We hope you understand the measures we have to put in place in order to ensure the volunteers we recruit are suitable for the position.
What happens after you apply to volunteer with us?
Following the submission of your volunteer application, and if we feel you might be appropriate for a role with us, we would contact you to arrange a 45 minute meeting with our Volunteer Coordinator and a relevant manager or staff member. This will be an opportunity to ask any questions and discuss what would be expected of your volunteer role, and what you can expect from us!
After your interview and if we decide to progress your application, we will arrange a time for you to visit some of our activities to find the right position for you. Depending on your volunteer role and before you start officially volunteering, you will be required to undergo a DBS check and therefore provide relevant documentation to us. We will also need to contact two references to support your application. If you are successful, there will be some mandatory Safeguarding training you will be required to complete, as well as policies for you to read and agreements to sign before you start. After you’ve started volunteering, our Volunteer Coordinator will be their to support you should you have any questions or should you need more support within your role.
