Recruiting and Retaining Volunteers

Participants will explore the full volunteer journey, from promoting opportunities and recruiting the right people, to induction, training, and ongoing support.

What you’ll learn

By the end of the session, you will be able to:

• Understand how to recruit volunteers effectively
• Explore different ways to promote volunteering opportunities
• Learn good practice for inducting and training volunteers
• Prepare to manage, support, and value volunteers

How the course works

The session is delivered through a mix of short presentations, group discussions, and practical activities. Learners will have opportunities to reflect on their own practice, share experiences, and develop ideas they can take back to their organisation.

What’s included

• Interactive exercises and worksheets
• Practical tools and checklists
• Opportunities to learn from others
• Signposting to further support and resources

Who it’s for:

Staff, volunteers, and trustees involved in recruiting or managing volunteers wo are based in Leicester or Leicestershire