Join Canine Partners as a Speaker Volunteer!
You’ll deliver fun and inspiring talks to local groups, schools, and clubs, sharing the incredible impact of their assistance dogs and the lives they change.
This role offers flexibility, with no minimum commitment. It is deeply rewarding and perfect for confident communicators. Talk requests are handled by the Canine Partners fundraising team; however, you are encouraged to secure your own talks within your local area.
You will be provided with all the training, support, and materials you need to make a meaningful impact in your community.
What could a volunteer gain from the experience:
- Increased confidence
- Organisation skills
- Public speaking and presentation skills
- Belonging to a passionate volunteering community
Experience required
- Polite, confident and personable manner;
- Experience in public speaking or delivering presentations to small groups;
- Excellent customer service skills;
- Comfortable using PowerPoint presentation and showing YouTube videos;
- Access to transport with flexibility to visit different locations.
Travel details
Various locations within the volunteers preferred travelling distance.
Travel expenses
Yes. Milage and public transport expenses are paid, further expenses can be discussed with the named contact. All expenses claims are paid monthly through BACS.
Training details
All training is completed online, including a speaker training session before beginning this role.
Restrictions
Minimum age: 18
Frequency & commitment
Fully flexible.
Volunteers (aged 12-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity. Find out more
