Volunteering for LPCF

An opportunity not to be missed !!!

LPCF are looking for extra volunteers to help run the organisation for the benefit of parent / carers of children with SEND.

Worried about the word "Volunteer" and not sure of what the role of a Volunteer is?

Can anyone become a Volunteer?

Tier 2 Volunteering
T2 Volunteering can provide opportunities for anyone to volunteer and is required before individuals consider moving to our more formal Tier 1 volunteering.

Tier 1 Volunteering
Our T1 volunteers must

• have at least 6 months T2 engagement
• be a Parent Carer who is registered with us (as they have a wealth of knowledge and experiences in dealing with Children with SEND)

We do have two specialist volunteer Trustees permitted by our rules where individuals have skills important to the Charity. Currently one position is occupied by a solicitor and the other is vacant.

Who should not Volunteer?

Most people are eligible to volunteer although there a few legal barriers especially if someone wished to become a Volunteer Trustee.
Also we do not have volunteers who are seeking to make gain or represent the views of other organisations, businesses, or only themselves.

Essential information - before we start

Remember LPCF has been run for 15 years by Parent Carers the same as yourself.

Volunteers are unpaid individuals who help run LPCF (some expenses are payable e.g. Travel).

You do not necessarily require any particular skills as our T1 volunteers go through a comprehensive induction process.

We would really appreciate interest from individuals who do have specific skills which would benefit LPCF
e.g. organisation, event planning, legal, financial, organisation etc.

Obvious to say but, being a Volunteer will take up some of your time.

The role of a Volunteer can be very rewarding and additional specialist training can be provided if required.

Volunteers may fulfil a number of roles which could include:-

Publicity.

Creating brochures.

Auditing webpages / sites.

Distributing to schools in local areas.

Staffing a promotional stand at an event.

Events.

Participating in LPCF events.

Setting out halls / venues.

Registering people on arrival.

Organising small events.

Supporting LPCF.

Gathering information.

Distributing and collecting survey forms in schools.

Collating information from parents.

Helping parents fill in forms to express their views.

For those T1 Volunteers with confidence and experience you could attend partner, agency meetings to represent parents views from LPCF.

Have you got a specific talent or skill that you feel would help us ??

What Next??

Drop us a line as soon as possible if you are interested.
Have a look at our introductory Welcome Pack for Trustees and Volunteers
Once read, for those interested in applying please see our Volunteer Recruitment pack (inc Application Form) Link

What makes a good Volunteer?

A commitment to LPCF.

Spare time to offer the Charity.

Understanding the needs and experiences of Parent Carers.

Get on well with people.

Prepared to have a go and adapt.

Good set of communication skills.

Friendly and approachable.