London Marathon Volunteer (SLT)
The Stuart Low Trust
Join the Stuart Low Trust volunteer team at the TCS London Marathon on Saturday 24 April 2027.
We are recruiting a team of 10+ volunteers to support the London Marathon. In return for our volunteers, the Stuart Low Trust (SLT) will receive one place for a runner to take part, helping us raise awareness and funds for our work. As a London Marathon Volunteer (SLT), you will join a team helping to make the event a positive experience for runners and spectators. The specific role assigned to our team will be determined by the marathon organisers and may include marshalling, water station, baggage handling, finish line, and more. All SLT volunteers will carry out the same role and shift.
Befriending, Buddying & Mentoring,Community Work,Fundraising,Events & Stewarding,Sport & Coaching,Employee & Group Volunteering
Managing People, Organising & Planning
As a London Marathon Volunteer (SLT), you will: - Work as part of a team to support the smooth running of the event. - Carry out your assigned role, following guidance from the event organisers and Group Leader. - Communicate respectfully with other volunteers, staff, runners and spectators. - Help create a safe, welcoming environment and represent SLT positively throughout the event. Requirements: - Minimum of 18-years-old. - Able to commit to the allocated shift on Saturday 24 April 2027. - Physically able to work outdoors and have the stamina to remain on your feet for several hours. Skills - Passion for The Stuart Low Trust’s work supporting people experiencing social isolation and/or mental health issues. - Friendly, approachable and good communication skills. - Ability to work well as part of a team and interact respectfully with others. - Willingness to follow instructions and adapt to the needs of the event. - Ability to remain calm, positive and professional in a busy environment. - Reliability and enthusiasm for representing SLT positively.
TCS London Marathon will provide volunteers with an Activator uniform (T-shirt and jacket), a meal bag for the event, and an online certificate of recognition. Volunteering with SLT is fun, rewarding, and a chance to make a real difference in your community. You’ll gain valuable skills, receive an induction, have travel expenses reimbursed, and be supported onsite and throughout your volunteering journey by SLT staff. You’ll meet people with diverse lived experiences, while also becoming part of our friendly volunteer community and eligible for a reference.
One event-day shift on Saturday 24th April 2027. The exact start and finish times will be confirmed by the TCS London Marathon organisers once the SLT team has been allocated its role. Shifts may start as early as 6am and could last up to 10 hours, depending on the role.
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The London Marathon takes place across south-east and central London, starting in Greenwich and finishing near to Buckingham Palace.
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