Cheer Squad Volunteer

We’re looking for Cheer Squad volunteers to provide a great atmosphere for all at the Richmond Running Festival (Richmond RUNFEST), spurring on supporters towards the finish line!

Location: Kew Gardens, TW9

Dates: 12th September 2020 – Please note, this event is currently scheduled to go ahead as planned. Due to COVID-19 dates for events are subject to change. We will endeavour to inform you of any changes to any events/activities we are involved in as soon as possible

Time: For this event, all it takes is a few hours of your time to support the runners. Becoming a Cheer Squad Team Leader would involve committing time in the lead up to the event and being present from start to finish

The opportunity:

The Richmond Running Festival is a celebrated community event, with the Kew Gardens 10K a key part of the festival. Our team of passionate runners will be taking on this unique course inside a beautiful world heritage site! We’re looking for Cheer Squad volunteers to provide a great atmosphere for all, spurring on supporters towards the finish line!

As a Cheer Squad volunteer crew you will be:

• Looking out for the team on the course
• Cheering throughout the event, with an extra special cheer for #TeamARUK participants!
• Distributing merchandise
• Setup and takedown of flags and banners

The benefits:

By volunteering as Cheer Squad you’ll be part of a worldwide movement to defeat dementia. You will also benefit from:

• Gaining insight into the charity sector and how sporting events are managed
• The opportunity to meet new people
• Gaining new experiences for career development
• An opportunity to spur on runners which is invaluable!

About you:

You do not need to have previous volunteering experience, ideally you will bring with you the following skills:

• Good communication skills
• A commitment to be bold, loud and orange!
• Enthusiasm and passion!

If this sounds like you and you’re looking for an opportunity that is fun and rewarding, then apply today!