Volunteer Charter

Responsibilities of volunteers

We would ask that as a volunteer you:

  • Work with us to achieve our aims and objectives
  • Be reliable
  • Give commitment
  • Air any problems/issues immediately to the appropriate person
  • Respect confidentiality, equal opportunities and health and safety policies
  • Attend relevant training
  • Uphold the name of the Woodland Trust at all times
  • Provide notice of your intention to stop volunteering for us, where possible
  • Enjoy yourself!
Our responsibilities to you

As a volunteer you can expect:

  • A clear volunteer support framework
  • To be given tasks that you are capable of and that are of benefit to the Trust
  • A clearly defined outline of the task we would like you to undertake
  • To have a member of staff nominated as a key contact for the task involved
  • To have expenses reimbursed, at the appropriate rates, where possible and pre-agreed
  • That we strive to ensure equality of opportunity within the Woodland Trust
  • Safe working conditions
We will also try to ensure that you
  • Are kept informed of changes and developments affecting you
  • Have the opportunity to be involved with decision making that affects you, where appropriate
  • Are able to say no to inappropriate requests outside the task outline/volunteer charter
  • Have access to a complaints and dissatisfaction procedure via an independent member of staff
  • Feel your contribution is valued by paid staff, who are fully aware of the nature and purpose of volunteering
  • Are able to see how your contribution fits into the broader objectives of the Trust

 

 
The volunteering guide should answer any questions you might have about volunteering
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