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Inspire Poplar!

Do you have a skill to share with the local community? Would you like to lead a workshop, series of classes or have an idea for a new project? Yes?! Please complete the application form below and a member of the team will be in touch soon.

The application form is for our regular volunteering opportunities so please include the following information in your answers…

– details of your idea and if you have ever done it before

– what has inspired the idea

– what are you hoping to gain from the experience

This role allows you to build your CV and gain experience in delivery/facilitation.

Volunteers will be participating remotely online from their own home or at one of our community centres for recording. As some of our centres reopen we are will explore longer term partnerships with Poplar HARCA and its centre.

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Volunteer Application

Volunteer Application
If you are under the age of 18 we require permission from your parent or guardian prior to you volunteering

More about you

Which days are you available to volunteer? *
Would you like to be added to our Volunteering Service WhatsApp group and receive updates on upcoming events?
Are you a Poplar HARCA Resident?
Have you lived in the UK for more than 10 years? *
Can we add you to our mailing list for other one-off volunteering opportunities? *
Would you like to recieve our monthly newsletter? Keep up to date with free training, job opportunities, Poplar HARCA updates and much more? *
If you are currently unemployed, would you like to recieve support from our Employment & Training team? *

Who should we contact in an emergency?

References

Please provide contact details of two referees who are both willing to provide a character reference. This will involve answering questions on a range of topics from your strengths to areas for development and your time management. Unfortunately we cannot accept references from family or friends. If possible, at least one referee should know you from work, education or volunteering. There are lots of people suitable to provide references, if you are struggling to think of anyone suitable please get in touch and we can discuss your options.
Data Protection *
When you use forms to get in touch with us, we collect personal information for the purposes of dealing with your enquiry. Our website is developed by Tessellate Design Studio Ltd and they are our data processor. Tessellate Design Studio will only process personal information in line with our instructions. Read their full privacy notice. The information submitted to us may also be stored longer on Poplar HARCA databases for the continuation of services to you. We will not share your information with any third party company unless we have sought your consent or to carry out a legal obligation to you, such as fix a repair. Read our full privacy notice.

Useful Contacts

Jenefa Hamid
Digital Community Projects and Partnerships Officer
Jenefa.hamid@poplarharca.co.uk
07971 590 531

Sabiha Khanam
Volunteering Coordinator
0797 686 4217
0207 510 0576
Volunteer@poplarharca.co.uk

Details Benefits Requirements

Due to current restrictions, the project/workshop would need to be delivered online via Zoom.

Ideally the class should be delivered weekday, and you should commit to delivering 4-6 sessions to allow consistent programming.

The volunteer will be supported on how to schedule each class and delivering the class online.

 

 

  • Enthusiastic and confident
  • A self-starter who can work well independently
  • Supportive, friendly and sensitive to others
  • Positive attitude  towards disability
  • Flexible and creative
  • Proactive and not afraid to get involved
  • Access to the internet from home
  • Proficient in IT
  • A recording device ( mobile phone, laptop or tablet)

WHAT CAN WE OFFER:

  • We aim to provide a meaningful experience for you as a volunteer.
  • You will receive a basic induction
  • You will have a named PH Contact
  • We will provide you with an honest reference regardless of how long you are with us.
  • We can promise a safe environment without discrimination and a supportive space to be in

Volunteer Application
If you are under the age of 18 we require permission from your parent or guardian prior to you volunteering

More about you

Which days are you available to volunteer? *
Would you like to be added to our Volunteering Service WhatsApp group and receive updates on upcoming events?
Are you a Poplar HARCA Resident?
Have you lived in the UK for more than 10 years? *
Can we add you to our mailing list for other one-off volunteering opportunities? *
Would you like to recieve our monthly newsletter? Keep up to date with free training, job opportunities, Poplar HARCA updates and much more? *
If you are currently unemployed, would you like to recieve support from our Employment & Training team? *

Who should we contact in an emergency?

References

Please provide contact details of two referees who are both willing to provide a character reference. This will involve answering questions on a range of topics from your strengths to areas for development and your time management. Unfortunately we cannot accept references from family or friends. If possible, at least one referee should know you from work, education or volunteering. There are lots of people suitable to provide references, if you are struggling to think of anyone suitable please get in touch and we can discuss your options.
Data Protection *
When you use forms to get in touch with us, we collect personal information for the purposes of dealing with your enquiry. Our website is developed by Tessellate Design Studio Ltd and they are our data processor. Tessellate Design Studio will only process personal information in line with our instructions. Read their full privacy notice. The information submitted to us may also be stored longer on Poplar HARCA databases for the continuation of services to you. We will not share your information with any third party company unless we have sought your consent or to carry out a legal obligation to you, such as fix a repair. Read our full privacy notice.

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