SCAA Speaker

• Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA)

• VO101088

Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA)– saving and improving lives in every corner of Scotland, 365 days a year. Since the service launched in 2013, the charity has responded to over 6,100 time-critical emergencies. As the country’s only charity-funded air ambulance service, SCAA relies entirely on public donations to fuel its life-saving flights that bring help and hope to those suffering serious injury or illness.

Our Speakers offer vital support in raising awareness and funds for SCAA. Speakers attend pre-arranged Talks and often seek new opportunities with local groups. Speakers act as our local representatives providing insight into our work and highlighting emotional patient stories.

We would like to hear from you if you are friendly, engaging, and comfortable speaking to an audience. No formal experience is necessary, we provide training and kit.

Volunteering with SCAA has a host of benefits not only are you supporting our life-saving work you can:
Develop new and existing skills.
Boost your confidence.
Volunteer updates and SCAA news.
Meet other SCAA volunteers.
Join our private volunteers Facebook group – to celebrate all things SCAA and chat with your team.
Volunteer celebration events
Claim reasonable travel expenses.

You are welcome to complete the application form via the link below or email Becca, Volunteer Coordinator directly volunteer@scaa.org.uk

Experience required

Public speaking experience is helpful, but not vital as we provide support and training to develop your skills and confidence.
Passionate about raising the profile of SCAA across Scotland.
Friendly and engaging manner to speak with a diverse range of groups.
Comfortable with IT including email, we provide training on the PowerPoint and kit used.
Access to a car is preferred. Not all locations have good public transport links.

Travel details

Within your local area, a few of our Speakers are willing to travel further afield though this is not a requirement.

Travel expenses

Reasonable out-of-pocket travel expenses are eligible under our Expenses Policy.

• About
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Dates

6 August - 1 December 2024

Support

Training details

Welcome induction about SCAA and our history.
Specialised SCAA Volunteer Speaker training.
Blended learning in-person and online/phone sessions.
Named contact with Community Fundraising Staff for support and queries.
Regular updates and training.

Restrictions

Minimum age: 18

Availability

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Frequency & commitment

Flexible: you can select from our pre-arranged Talks. Once settled in many of our speakers book talks to suit their schedules. We don't ask for a minimum commitment, however, we ask that you attend a minimum of two training sessions.

Volunteers (aged 18-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
Find out more

This volunteering opportunity is also advertised across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Angus, Falkirk, Fife, Midlothian, North Lanarkshire, Perth & Kinross, Renfrewshire, Scottish Borders, South Lanarkshire, and West Lothian.

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