Key information
Places available
3
Location
Hexham
Commitment
Will will be running rides up to twice a week, probably on Fridays and Saturdays. Our busiest season will be from March to October when we will need the most support from volunteers.
Activities
Communication skills
Talking with the public
Communication
Directing people
Front of house
Customer service
practical skills
Skills
First Aid
Communication skills
Mentoring
Confidence in front of groups
Outdoor skills
Supporting other
Causes
Community
Environment
Community Engagement
Sustainability
Outreach
Regeneration
Youth
Rural Isolation
Visitor Engagement
Volunteering
Mental Health
Improving Mental Health
Poverty
Supporting young people
Role description
We are seeking a qualified ride leader or unqualified ride assistant to assist us on guided e-bike rides for our young beneficiaries and cycle tourists in West Northumberland.
You will also work alongside our ride leaders and support the young beneficiaries and cycle tourists we take out on rides.
You will also help mentor the young people we help so they can train to be ride leaders/assistants themselves.
This
role offers a fantastic and rewarding opportunity to play your part in an
exciting community project and help improve the life chances of the
disadvantaged young people we are supporting.
Desired Qualities
> Ride leader qualification > First aid qualification > Good working in a team > Good communications skills > Ability to train and share information > Relaxed and caring personality > Relatively fit
How your time will help our organisation
As a not-for-profit, volunteers will be crucial to our success and ability to become self-sufficient and not rely on external funding. You will play an active part in improving the life chances of disadvantaged young people and increasing cycling uptake in West Northumberland. You will also contribute to boosting cycle tourism and revitalising the high street in Hexham and contributing to sustainable transport development and achieving Net Zero.
Practical Considerations
You will need to wear suitable clothing for cycling and preferably have a helmet although we can provide these. You will have use of an e-bike if required. You will need to bring sufficient food and drink on each ride.