Find information about our Volunteers and what you need to do to become a volunteer.
Volunteer recruitment & retention - this toolkit includes top tips, resources and templates which includes:
Volunteer application form
Safer recruitment guidance
Young volunteer engagement
Anyone can volunteer and you don’t need to be a player or have any previous experience of rugby to join the numerous volunteers who give up their time to support rugby clubs and GRFU and make a difference!
There are plenty of opportunities at nearby clubs – speak to a member of their committee – as well as within the CB.
Volunteer roles, including Club & CB job descriptor templates, can be used as guidance and can be adapted to suit your own requirements. The Volunteer Role toolkit may also be of help.
Volunteer Development is key to retain your volunteers, ensuring they feel well supported.
Volunteer Recognition includes Honda Volunteer of the Year awards and Volunteer recognition opportunities
There are a range of local, regional, and national external awards to recognise volunteers and it’s worth considering promoting and nominating for these also.
Look out for local awards run by Active Partnerships, the local BBC or local newspapers who may advertise local sports or community hero awards.
Some of the key national volunteer awards are listed below:
• Sports Personality of the Year (Unsung Heroes)
• The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service
• Sport and Recreation Alliance Awards
Volunteers Week is another great opportunity recognise volunteers and say thank you for all of the work that they do.