British Red Cross - Service Coordinator - Event First Aid

Opportunity in managing volunteers - First aid at Events closes 15/5/09

Location: Reading

Hours: 35 hours a week - Six month fixed term contract

Salary: £8,519 - £9,934 per annum

Reference: SE6059

The post holder will co-ordinate the Event First Aid service across the Thames Valley area ensuring a high standard of service. The role includes coordinating the provision of First Aid cover for major public events, participating in fundraising events and may involve responding to an emergency call out.

The post holder will provide support, leadership and motivation to volunteers and publicise the service. They will also be involved in recruiting volunteers.

The successful applicant will be IT literate and have experience of delivering a professional high quality service to the public. A first aid qualification is not essential, as full training will be given in order that the post holder can utilize and develop their skills.

Benefits: 28 days holidays pro rata (excl. bank holidays), pension scheme, health/dental cash plan, childcare vouchers, excellent training and development opportunities.

For further information on the role, and to apply on-line please visit our website: www.redcross.org.uk/vacancies. Alternatively please e-mail Fbroom@redcross.org.uk or call 0118 9514797 for an e-mail or postal application pack.

Closing date: Friday 15th May 2009.

We are committed to welcoming people from the widest possible diversity of background, culture and experience.

As part of its Recruitment and Selection procedures the British Red Cross undertakes criminal record checking of all individuals who regularly work with or have access to children and vulnerable adults.