Volunteering Opportunities

Join us at Northumbria University in Newcastle for the Open Championships.
The nations taking part in the Championship Section are: England, Northern Ireland, Wales & Scotland. In the Challenge section we will see Gibraltar, Ireland, Israel, Malta, Switzerland, Grenada & USA compete.
We have a number of great roles, can guarantee you a fun filled experience, with a great group of people and even an opportunity to watch some netball. You will also receive a crew T-Shirt and refreshments during the day. Priority will be given to volunteers from the North East Region, but all applications will be considered.
Closing Date for applications: 15th April          
Shift Timings: Approximately 0700 to 2130hrs
Specific timings may vary slightly by role within this timeframe.

Volunteer Roles:

• Ball Patrol Team Leader

This role is required to organise rotations, breaks and generally supervise the ball patrol team. Volunteers must have experience of supervising under 18’s. Over 18’s only.

• Athlete Services Team

Registration of teams arrival, confirm event real time with Team Manager, Prepare Ice for Field of Play and changing rooms & ensure athletes receive all they need prior and post-match.

• Accreditation Manager

This role involves issuing and collecting accreditation for all workforce and athletes on the venue.

• Merchandise/Programme Seller

Supporting with the set up and selling of merchandise & Programmes. Roles will be active prior and post-match as well as during intervals. Should there be demand we may need you to help during some parts of the matches – this cover will be rotated between the team. Over 18’s only.

• Volunteer Coordinator

To assist the Volunteer Manager with sign in and out, briefing and deploying volunteers and ensuring they are well looked after during the event.

• Event Crew

To assist in the preparation of the facilities, equipment and court area prior to the arrival of the teams and spectators. Changing room reset, overseeing teams movement between Field of Play and Backstage & results service. Over 18’s only, will require some lifting and carrying.
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To apply please fill in an application form and return to volunteering@englandnetball.co.uk