Training and Induction Resources for Volunteers
Introduction to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) for Volunteers
This 10 minute video gives an overview of EDI and new volunteers are asked to watch this as part of their induction when joining the Trust.
First Aid
If you require first aid training for your volunteer role, (check with your main staff contact if unsure,) please contact Eleanor Cherry, Operations Manager, who can book you a place on an upcoming course:
Safeguarding awareness for Volunteers
All volunteers should take the time to watch this seven minute video as part of their induction.
It is designed to give a general overview to what Safeguarding is: https://vimeo.com/927127604/2dc7998cca?share=copy
Introduction to Safeguarding (children and adults at risk)
A two hour session which will cover an introduction to both Safeguarding Children and Safeguarding Adults at risk. This course has been designed for staff and volunteers requiring general awareness, or are new to Safeguarding. It is essential for all volunteers who will regularly engage with children or Adults at Risk during their volunteering.
Outline of the session:
- Be familiar with the context for Safeguarding
- Understand why it’s important we raise any concerns we have about people
- Feel confident in understanding signs and possible indicators of abuse or neglect
- Be able to raise a concern with the people who can help
- Understand why it is important we work with other agencies such as social care, the police and health to share information and keep people safe
To find out when the next course is running, please contact Frances Weeks: f.weeks@herefordshirewt.co.uk