RNLI College Tour Guide - Poole

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Would you like to be part of a fabulous band of volunteers that are helping to save lives at sea without even getting wet? Could you get involved in inspiring visiting groups when they visit the RNLI College in Poole by giving tours and delivering key messages about the work of the RNLI?

Volunteering as a member of the RNLI College Tour Team means playing an important role within the charity as we aim to save the lives of people of all age groups through our tours programme.  A message given today could mean a life saved tomorrow.

In this role you will give inspiring guided walking tours of RNLI College which last for 90 minutes to groups, promoting the work of the RNLI to motivate the next generation of RNLI supporters. The role covers tours throughout the year but as we carry out more tours during the summer months we particularly welcome interest from people available to carry out tours at least once a week from April to October. This will reduce over the winter months.  Tours take place mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends.

 In this role you will have the opportunity to meet lots of new people and play in important role in raising awareness of the RNLI’s vital lifesaving work.  Ideally you will have experience of presenting information, have great communication skills and possess strong team working skills.  If you possess these qualities we would love to hear from you.

Just as we give all our Lifeboat crews the right training and equipment to carry out their lifesaving work, we provide all of our volunteers with the necessary training and support to carry out their role effectively.  RNLI volunteers have access to a range of online learning materials, as well as opportunities for one to one support from fellow volunteers and RNLI specialists.

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Diversity at the RNLI

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.