Community First Aider (University of Bristol)

Sja's West; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local community first aid organization is seeking volunteers to deliver first aid services at events and provide public education on first aid. The role is open exclusively to students of the University of Bristol. Volunteers will be supported through training and mentorship while contributing to a vital community service.

Qualifications

• Must be a University of Bristol student and a member of the first aid society.
• Willingness to attend regular training nights.
• Ability to work collaboratively with local community members.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first aid to those in need at local events.
• Provide education to the public about first aid.
• Support the growth of community partnerships.

Skills

Passion for helping others

Ability to deliver first aid

Community engagement

Job description

Overview

Volunteering with St John Ambulance strengthens communities. From youth support and education to wellbeing, events, and fundraising; your time makes a real impact.

This vacancy is only open to University of Bristol Students who are members of the first aid society

At St John Ambulance, we are looking to develop our volunteering offer and become an even more integral part of our communities through delivering community first aid and education.

We need people who have a passion for helping others, care about their communities and want to make a difference, supporting them to become safe and more resilient by sharing your first aid skills and knowledge. As a Community First Aider, you’ll deliver first aid to those in need through local events, as well as provide education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.

Responsibilities

• Deliver first aid to those in need through local events.
• Provide first aid education to the public so that the ripple effect of First Aid grows.
• Support the growth of community partnerships, bring people along to our cause, growing our membership and fundraising base.
• Promote the message that First Aid Saves Lives through volunteering as a Community First Aider.
• Contribute to delivering an essential service and supporting the local community and nation, with a small time commitment.

Training and Support

We will make sure you have access to a proper induction to volunteering with SJA and the training you need for the role you take on. We will also provide you with a supportive environment while you are volunteering with us. Information about our volunteer roles are included in the role descriptions. What you can expect from SJA, and what we expect from those who volunteer with us, is included in the volunteer charter.

You will be required to attend regular training nights at the University of Bristol Student's Union.

Students will be welcomed into the society at the regular unit meeting nights, and any new volunteers will be mentored by the committee and fellow society members. Inductions will take place at the same time and support will be provided by the local network leadership team alongside the committee.

Courses and Logistics

• There are multiple CFA courses running in the county that are accessible to the students. Additional courses may be run if we recruit enough members. We have trainers and the capacity to run the course, as well as transport available if required to a St John building.

Dates

Interview and Enrolment Day will be held in person at the Richmond Building 23/10/2025 timings TBC

Closing date for these opportunities is: 03/10/2025

How to apply

If you’d like to know more about volunteering or would just like to chat to someone who does, get in touch. Please contact our the hiring manager, Duncan Matulewicz-Boyle, via emailing: [e-mail]

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