Volunteering Opportunity: Day Trip Helper with Communities 1st

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Communities 1st is looking for volunteers that can provide wrap-around social support to clients who are using our day trip services. We are looking for volunteers who are sociable, outgoing and have a warm and welcome personality. If you enjoy meeting new people and exploring different places around Hertfordshire, then this might be something you will enjoy doing.

The role will entail escorting our guests around different places and areas in Hertfordshire, This will be done in a group using Communities 1st community transport where volunteers will accompany drivers and make sure our guests are escorted safely. No previous experience necessary.

Opportunity Type: Short-term Commitment

District: Broxbourne, East Herts, Hertsmere, St Albans

Location: Indoor, Outdoor

Time of day: Weekday Mornings, Weekday Afternoons, Weekend Full Days, Weekend Half Days

Practical Considerations: Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

Requirements: Will require a criminal record check (DBS)

Suitable for: 18 – 25 year olds, Aged 26 and over, University students, Older People

Suitable for volunteers interested in: Museums & Heritage, Social Activities

Does this opportunity provide wheelchair access?: No

Full Description:
Communities 1st is looking for volunteers that can provide wrap-around social support to clients who are using our day trip services. We are looking for volunteers who are sociable, outgoing and have a warm and welcome personality. If you enjoy meeting new people and exploring different places around Hertfordshire, then this might be something you will enjoy doing.

The role will entail escorting our guests around different places and areas in Hertfordshire, This will be done in a group using Communities 1st community transport where volunteers will accompany drivers and make sure our guests are escorted safely. No previous experience necessary.

The trips and dates are as follows.

Wednesday Day Trippers.


6th July
RAF Museum and Lunch in the Cafe

13th July
Aylotts Nursery and Lunch in the Cafe

20th July
Ruislip Lido