Volunteering in South Tyneside

We expect our volunteers to:

• perform the volunteering role to the best of their ability
• attend relevant workshops and support sessions that are relevant to the volunteering role
• volunteer within the Council's priorities, aims and objectives, and follow our standards for equal opportunities, health and safety, data protection, confidentiality, and any others applicable to the role
• assist other volunteers and staff as part of a team
• let the volunteer manager know as early as possible if they are unable to carry out their volunteering duties
• refer concerns or issues to the volunteer manager or other Council staff, as appropriate
• seek guidance if they feel that there may be a conflict of interest between their volunteering role and other commitments
• not bring the Council's name into disrepute and follow the volunteers agreement
• treat information about service users, staff or other volunteers in a confidential way
• act at all times in the best interests of the Council
• promote diversity and respect for the diverse community we serve
• make sure equality is at the heart of any volunteer activity conducted on behalf of the Council