Event Ushers and Support
Royal Hospital Chelsea
This volunteering opportunity will involve being part of our busy events diary and supporting the events team in delivering first class events to our external clients.
This volunteering opportunity will involve being part of our busy events diary and supporting the events team in delivering first class events to our external clients. We are looking to increase the number of events we deliver in order to generate vital income. Our events need to be carefully controlled and professionally delivered in order to protect the Pensioners, the heritage buildings and to ensure that clients leave wanting to return. The Events team are looking to work with volunteers who are keen to support us in running a wide range of events, from carol services to weddings and conferences. Your role will contribute to the great service that we provide to the Chelsea Pensioners and our community and partners where you will support us in the meeting and greeting of guests, crowd management, informing guests of the RHC history and supporting on other event tasks such as overseeing set up in spaces and ensuring the historic fabric and heritage items are protected.
Advice, Information & Support,Events & Stewarding,General & Helping
People Skills
The skills you need: Positive can-do attitude and ability to perform tasks independently. A good knowledge of the RHC History and Heritage. Enjoys meeting and interacting with a variety of people. Enthusiastic about events. Excellent customer service and customer interaction. Excellent communication skills. Enjoys being part of a team. Ability to remain calm during busy periods.
Induction training. Expenses in line with RHC volunteer expenses policy Experience of working at the home of the iconic Chelsea Pensioners. Opportunity to develop your skills and learn new ones. Regular one to one supervision to support you in your role and discuss your development. Opportunity to network with other volunteers.
The Royal Hospital Chelsea does not specify the number of hours you can give. We recommend that you give 4 hours per week to get the most out of the opportunity and your volunteering experience.
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https://chelsea-pensioners.co.uk/support-us/volunteer
https://chelsea-pensioners.co.uk/visit/plan-your-visit The Royal Hospital Chelsea is easily accessible by road and public transport. By Train London Underground: The nearest station is Sloane Square, served by the District and Circle Lines. Overground: The nearest station is Victoria. By Bus Direct Service: Bus 170 from Victoria & Roehampton stops right outside the Hospital. Nearby Services: Buses 11, 137, 211, 360 & 452 stop a short walk from the Hospital. Parking On-Street Parking: There is very limited space available on the roads surrounding the Hospital. Public Car Parks: The closest options are located at Cheltenham Terrace, Chelsea, or Cumberland Street, Pimlico. Note that resident parking schemes are in force throughout the area.
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