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Children's Week Event Volunteer (25CFC_EventSup_2176) Fairfield, NSW

Location: Fairfield Showgrounds - 443 Smithfield Road, Prairiewood NSW 2176
Position Type: Children's Week Event Volunteer (25CFC_EventSup_2176) Fairfield, NSW
Time Commitment: One-day Event Tuesday 30th September. 1hr Volunteer briefing a week prior to the event 4hrs-8hrs volunteering hours on the day. (4hrs per shift with the option to take on two shifts; 10am-2pm and 2pm-6pm).

Volunteers for this event will help with the smooth running of the 2025 Fairfield Children's Week Event.

During this one-day event, volunteers will assist with set-up/pack-down of activities as well as activity supervision, queue control and general assistance for patrons.

Give back to the community and help create a safe, educational and fun environment for children and their families.

Before the event, the Communities for Children Team will hold a volunteer briefing. This briefing will cover the purpose of the event, the schedule for the day, key contacts for volunteers, WHS and child safeguarding considerations.

Requirements:

Desire to engage with children and people from culturally diverse backgrounds
Ability to provide clear directions under guidance from the Volunteer Manager
NSW Working with Children Check or a willingness to obtain
Over 18 years old
Attend the briefing prior to the event

To apply for this role, click on the link below and use this code when submitting your application: 25CFC_EventSup_2176

To register you interest please click this link: ACTIVITY REGISTRATION