Managing volunteers

We’ve put together a suite of downloadable guides to help you manage your volunteers, from putting key policies in place to helping them develop their skills.

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Volunteer management

Recruitment, induction and support for your volunteers.

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Key policies

Policies to have in place when managing volunteers.

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Personal development

Resources for building upon the skills gained from volunteering.

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Training

Advice on training volunteers for their role.

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Wellbeing

Making sure your volunteers are well physically and mentally.

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Rewards & useful resources

Ideas for ways to reward volunteers for their contribution.

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