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Volunteer Management Essentials

Session 1 – Volunteer Ready: Building Strong Foundations. Before recruiting volunteers, it’s important to have the right foundations in place.
10 September 2026
10am-2:30pm
Dorchester
Free

Course Description

This practical workshop will help your organisation become “volunteer ready” by exploring the essential components of your volunteer programme that support a positive volunteering experience.

We’ll look at what good volunteer management looks like, your legal responsibilities, and how to create an environment where volunteers feel valued, supported and safe from the very beginning.

You’ll leave with practical tools and a clear action plan to strengthen your volunteer programme.

Agenda:
• Policies, procedures and legal responsibilities
• Planning your volunteer programme
• What makes a great volunteering experience
• Understanding volunteer motivations, needs and expectations
• Setting clear expectations for volunteers and organisations
• Day-to-day support and management of volunteers
• Top tips for effective volunteer management
• Why good volunteer management matters
• Creating your own Volunteer Readiness Action Plan

Who Should Attend?

Ideal for:
• New and existing volunteer managers
• Trustees
• Charity leaders
• Community groups starting to involve volunteers
• Organisations reviewing their current volunteer programme
No previous volunteer management experience is required.

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