Click here to apply for the Wellbeing Walks Volunteer role.
Our wellbeing walks are a large part of our volunteer programme and offer a wide variety of options to explore our borough, whatever your ability. We have short, 30 minute health walks that are accessible for all as well as progression walks of up to 2 hours in length, plus a range of medium length walks set in the heart of communities.
The aim is to offer something for all abilities and from a wide range of starting locations so that as many people as possible can access our walks. We are looking for motivated individuals to assist with some of our current walks or who would be looking to establish more community based walks either in their area or beyond. Here’s a link to our current Active Outdoors programme with all of our walks listed – https://refreshbwd.com/active/stay-active-outdoors/
Key Tasks
- To brief all participants at the start & end of the session
- To complete registers at every walk
- To comply with all health & safety regulations and report any hazards or risks identified
- To complete all relevant training needed to be a wellbeing walks leader/back marker
- Log volunteering hours via an on-line computer system
Skills and Abilities
- A competent walker
- Enthusiastic & motivated
- Good communication skills
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Friendly & approachable
- A keen interest in walking and the benefits it can provide
Training
- A DBS is required for all roles with re:fresh
- Ramblers Walks Leader training
- Volunteer Learning Passport access (e-learning)
- Emergency First Aid Course